New Deal Timeline

By mcwhirterrobberts
  • TVA

    TVA

    Created to bring electricity and economic control to the south which was affected heavily by the Great Depression.
  • PWA

    PWA

    It provided jobs and stimulate the economy through large-scare public work projects like dams, schools, hospitals, and parks. It reduced unemployment and boosted purchasing power.
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    First New Deal

  • CCC

    Was involved with the First New Deal that gave work relief to unemployed men. It was sent to rural areas and built reservoirs, bridges, roads, and planted tress.
  • AAA

    AAA

    The purpose was to restore farmer purchasing power, the government controlled the supply of crops through subsidizing.

  • SEC

    Created to regulate the stock market and prevent another crash.
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    Second New Deal

  • SSA

    SSA

    Created a national fund to provide for old age pensions, disabilities, and unemployment compensation. It is funded by payroll tax on workers and employers.

  • WPA

    The purpose was to employ unemployed people until economy recovered. It established a national work relief program through the large-scale public work projects.
  • Wagner Act

    Wagner Act

    Granted the right to join the labor movement to all.
  • National Youth Administration

    National Youth Administration

    Provided work relief and education for Americans 16-25 years old.
  • Fair Labor Standards

    Fair Labor Standards

    Established child labor laws and the right to minimum wage and guaranteed overtime pay.