#6 2nd New Deal

Second New Deal

A series of programs launched by FDR in 1935 focusing on reform during the Great Depression.

Emergency Relief Appropriation Act (The Big Bill)

Legislation that created 8.5 million jobs through public-works projects.

Social Security Act

Established a pension system for retirees and provided unemployment insurance, among other aid.

Rural Electrification Administration

Government agency that brought electricity to isolated rural areas.

Wagner Act

Legislation that recognized workers' rights to join unions and engage in collective bargaining.

Fair Labor Standards Act

Established minimum wage, maximum workweek, and outlawed child labor.

Deficit Spending

Government spending of funds raised by borrowing rather than taxation.

Court-Packing Plan

FDR's proposal to add Justices to the Supreme Court to gain favorable rulings.

Gold Standard

Monetary system where a country's currency or paper money has a value directly linked to gold.

Public-Works Projects

Government-funded projects that create jobs and infrastructure.