Grover Cleveland
The Interstate Commerce Act of 1887 was largely influenced by the efforts of various reformers and politicians, most notably Congressman William McKinley and Senator John H. Mitchell. However, it was President Grover Cleveland who played a crucial role in advocating for the legislation, recognizing the need to regulate the railroads to curb monopolistic practices and protect consumers. The act established the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) to oversee and enforce regulations on railroad rates and practices.
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Part II of the act extended federal authority to motor carriers engaged in interstate commerce.
Railroad prices
President Grover Cleveland signed the Interstate Commerce Act of 1887 and created the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC), the U.S. government's first regulatory agency
Interstate commerce act of 1887.
In 1887 Congress passed the Interstate Commerce Act, making the railroads the first industry subject to Federal regulation.
The Interstate Commerce Act
Interstate Commerce Act
Clayton Act Interstate commerce act
Henry Sandwith Drinker has written: 'A treatise on the Interstate commerce act, and digest of decisions construing the same' -- subject(s): Interstate commerce 'A treatise on the Interstate commerce act' -- subject(s): Interstate commerce 'The chamber music of Johannes Brahms' -- subject(s): Analysis, appreciation, Chamber music