What were some laws passed to address the problem of working conditions during the Progressive Era? Best answer on the web

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07 Jan 2009
  • Welll... I need some homework help! During the Progressive era there were lots of laws passed but what were some that specifically dealt with improving working conditions.


  • -La Follette Seamen's Act of 1915 required good treatment of Americaâ ™s sailors

    -The Workingmenâ ™s Compensation Act of 1916 granted assistance of federal civil-service employees during periods of instability

    -The 1916 Adamson Act established an eight-hour workday with overtime pay.



    All of these came about under Wilson's presidency.