Complete The Chart About The New Deal Programs Listed Below.
The New Deal was a series of programs and policies implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt between 1933 and 1939, in response to the Great Depression. These programs aimed to provide relief, recovery and reform to the American people. Below is a chart that lists some of the key New Deal programs, along with a brief description of each.
The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)
The CCC was a program that provided employment to young men aged 18-25, to work on conservation projects such as planting trees, building trails, and restoring national parks. The program operated from 1933 to 1942, and employed over 3 million men.
The Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA)
The FERA was a program that provided direct relief to unemployed Americans, through grants to state and local governments. The program operated from 1933 to 1935, and provided aid to over 20 million people.
The Civil Works Administration (CWA)
The CWA was a program that provided employment to 4 million Americans, to work on public works projects such as building roads and schools. The program operated from 1933 to 1934.
The National Recovery Administration (NRA)
The NRA was a program that aimed to stimulate economic recovery, by establishing codes of fair competition for businesses. The program operated from 1933 to 1935, and was eventually struck down by the Supreme Court.
The Agricultural Adjustment Administration (AAA)
The AAA was a program that aimed to increase agricultural prices, by paying farmers to reduce their crop production. The program operated from 1933 to 1936, and was eventually struck down by the Supreme Court.
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
The TVA was a program that aimed to improve the infrastructure and economy of the Tennessee Valley region, by building dams and hydroelectric power plants. The program still operates today, and provides electricity to over 9 million people.
The Works Progress Administration (WPA)
The WPA was a program that provided employment to millions of Americans, to work on public works projects such as building bridges and schools, and to create art and literature. The program operated from 1935 to 1943, and employed over 8 million people.
The Social Security Act
The Social Security Act was a program that established a system of old-age pensions and unemployment insurance, to provide a safety net for Americans in their retirement years. The program still operates today, and provides benefits to over 60 million people.
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
The FLSA was a program that established minimum wage and maximum hour standards for workers, to protect them from exploitation by employers. The program still operates today, and provides protections to millions of workers.
The Rural Electrification Administration (REA)
The REA was a program that aimed to bring electricity to rural areas, by providing loans to cooperatives to build power lines and generate electricity. The program still operates today, and has provided electricity to over 40 million people.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
The SEC was a program that aimed to regulate the stock market and prevent fraud, by requiring companies to disclose financial information and prohibiting insider trading. The program still operates today, and has protected investors from fraudulent practices.
The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)
The NLRA was a program that established the right of workers to form unions and engage in collective bargaining, to protect their rights and improve their working conditions. The program still operates today, and has helped workers to organize and advocate for their rights.
The Public Works Administration (PWA)
The PWA was a program that provided employment to millions of Americans, to work on public works projects such as building airports and dams. The program operated from 1933 to 1939, and employed over 3 million people.
The Home Owners' Loan Corporation (HOLC)
The HOLC was a program that provided refinancing to homeowners who were facing foreclosure, to help them keep their homes. The program operated from 1933 to 1951, and helped over 1 million homeowners.
The Farm Security Administration (FSA)
The FSA was a program that provided assistance to farmers, through loans and technical assistance, to help them improve their farming practices and stay on their land. The program operated from 1937 to 1946, and helped over 1 million farmers.
The Wagner Act
The Wagner Act was a program that established the National Labor Relations Board, to enforce labor laws and protect workers' rights to organize and bargain collectively. The program still operates today, and has helped to strengthen workers' rights and protections.
The Rural Resettlement Administration (RRA)
The RRA was a program that provided assistance to rural families, by helping them to relocate to areas with better economic opportunities. The program operated from 1935 to 1943, and helped over 500,000 families.
The National Youth Administration (NYA)
The NYA was a program that provided employment and educational opportunities to young Americans, to help them develop skills and prepare for the workforce. The program operated from 1935 to 1943, and helped over 4 million young people.
The Emergency Banking Act
The Emergency Banking Act was a program that aimed to stabilize the banking system, by authorizing the government to regulate and oversee banks. The program operated in 1933, and helped to restore confidence in the banking system.
The National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA)
The NIRA was a program that aimed to promote industrial recovery, by establishing codes of fair competition for industries. The program operated from 1933 to 1935, and was eventually struck down by the Supreme Court.
The United States Housing Authority (USHA)
The USHA was a program that aimed to improve housing conditions for Americans, by providing loans and subsidies for the construction of public housing. The program operated from 1937 to 1942, and helped to improve the living conditions of millions of Americans.
The Resettlement Administration (RA)
The RA was a program that aimed to provide assistance to farmers who were facing foreclosure, by helping them to relocate to new land and start over. The program operated from 1935 to 1937, and helped over 150,000 families.
The Banking Act of 1935
The Banking Act of 1935 was a program that aimed to strengthen the regulation of banks, by establishing the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to insure bank deposits. The program still operates today, and has helped to protect the savings of millions of Americans.
The Soil Conservation Service (SCS)
The SCS was a program that aimed to improve soil conservation practices, by providing technical assistance and financial incentives to farmers. The program still operates today, and has helped to improve the productivity and sustainability of American agriculture.
The Indian Reorganization Act (IRA)
The IRA was a program that aimed to promote self-determination and cultural preservation for Native American tribes, by providing funding for tribal governments and promoting tribal sovereignty. The program still operates today, and has helped to improve the lives of Native Americans.
The National Housing Act
The National Housing Act was a program that aimed to promote the construction of affordable housing, by providing loans and subsidies for the construction of public housing and private homes. The program still operates today, and has helped to improve the housing conditions of millions of Americans.
The Rural Electrification Act (REA) of 1936
The REA of 1936 was a program that aimed to bring electricity to rural areas, by providing loans and grants to cooperatives to build power lines and generate electricity. The program still operates today, and has helped to improve the quality of life for millions of rural Americans.