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The Hepburn Act is a 1906 United States federal law that gave the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) the power to set maximum railroad rates and extend its jurisdiction.This led to the discontinuation of free passes to loyal shippers.y the Hepburn Act, the ICC's authority was extended to cover bridges, terminals, ferries, railroad sleeping cars, express companies and oil pipelines.
September 3, 1916 Adamson Act passed The Adamson Act establishes an eight-hour workday for railroad workers. Like the Hepburn Act, the Adamson Act demonstrates the governmentâs willingness to regulate the railroad industry for the publicâs safety and welfare.