Elkins Act (1903)
When this legislation was passed it was aimed at the railroads that gave rebates and the shippers that accepted them; meaning that heavy fines could now be imposed on them.
[ Passed during TR admin]
Hepburn Act (1906)
Free passes were stricty restricted. The Interstate Commerce Commission was expanded and now included express companies, sleeping-car companies, and pipelines. The commission was also now authorized to "nullify existing rates and stipulate maximum rates".
[Passes during TR admin]
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