Light On The Law: A Reference Book On The Act To Regulate Commerce (1887) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437080841)

""Light On The Law: A Reference Book On The Act To Regulate Commerce (1887)"" is a comprehensive guidebook published by The Railway Age Publishing Company. The book provides a detailed analysis of the Act to Regulate Commerce, which was passed by the United States Congress in 1887. The act was a landmark piece of legislation that aimed to regulate the railroad industry and prevent unfair practices such as price discrimination and rebates. The book is divided into several sections, each of which provides a thorough examination of different aspects of the act. The first section provides an overview of the act and its history, while subsequent sections delve into specific provisions of the law, such as those related to rates, rebates, and pooling arrangements. The book also includes a glossary of legal terms and a comprehensive index, making it a valuable reference tool for lawyers, policymakers, and anyone interested in the history of American transportation regulation. Overall, ""Light On The Law: A Reference Book On The Act To Regulate Commerce (1887)"" is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the complex legal framework that governs the railroad industry in the United States. It provides a detailed and accessible analysis of the Act to Regulate Commerce, shedding light on the history and evolution of transportation regulation in the United States.Comprising The Interstate Commerce Law, As Enacted, The Original Reagan And Cullom Bills, Debates In Congress On Railway Regulation, Interpretations Of The Law By Railway Officials And Associations, Organization And Official Action Of The Interstate Commerce Commission, Etc.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: The Railway Age Publishing Company
ISBN-10: 1437080847
ISBN-13: 9781437080841
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 220
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d