jun 1, 1906 - Hepburn Act was passed

Description:

It was a US Federal Law that gave the Interstate Commerce Commission the power to set maximum railroad rates and extend it's jurisdiction. It led to the discontinuation of free passes to loyal shoppers. It also made it so the Interstate Commerce Commission could view railroads' financial records.

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Unit 6 Timeline Brandon Carpenter Period 2

ByBrandon

11 Feb 2018

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Date:

jun 1, 1906

Now

~ 119 years ago