The term refers to a significant piece of legislation enacted during the 1960s that aimed to address an important social or political issue.
Related terms
Civil Rights Act of 1964: A landmark law passed during the civil rights movement that prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Voting Rights Act of 1965: Legislation signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson that aimed to remove barriers preventing African Americans from exercising their right to vote.
Equal Pay Act of 1963: An act that required equal pay for men and women performing work of equal value in jobs covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act.