Great Society Timeline

  • Civil Rights Act

    The Civil Rights Act is outlawed discrimination in public accommodations, housing, and jobs; increased federal power to prosecute civil rights abuses. The Civil Rights Act is still in use today.
  • Elementary and Secondary Education Act

    The Elementary and Secondary Education Act is directed by money to schools for textbooks, library materials, and special education. The Elementary and Secondary Education Act is still in use today.
  • Clean Air Act Amendment

    The Clean Air Act Amendment is directed the federal government to establish emission standards for new motor vehicles. The Clean Air Act Amendment is some what in use today.
  • Medicare Act

    The Medicare Act establishes Medicare and Medicaid programs. The Medicare Act helps people who don't have a lot of money, the Medicare Act is still in use today.
  • National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act

    The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act is a set federal safety standard for the auto and tire industries. The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act is still in use today.
  • Demonstration Cities and Metropolitan Area Redevelopment Act

    The Demonstration Cities and Metropolitan Area Redevelopment Act is funded rebuilding, mass transit, and other improvements for selected "model cities." The Demonstration Cities and Metropolitan Area Redevelopment Act is still in use today.