New Deal agency

Definition

A New Deal agency refers to a government organization created during the 1930s under President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal program. These agencies were established to provide relief, recovery, and reform during the Great Depression.

Related terms

Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC): This was a New Deal agency that provided employment for young men in conservation projects, such as reforestation and soil erosion prevention.

Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA): FERA was another New Deal agency that provided direct financial assistance to individuals and families affected by the Great Depression.

Public Works Administration (PWA): The PWA was responsible for building public infrastructure projects across the country, including roads, bridges, and schools.