Question

Which of the following shows how the US government has intervened to protect the rights of citizens?

Answer 1

- The passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibited discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in employment, public accommodations, and education.
- The establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1970 to regulate and enforce laws aimed at protecting the environment and public health.
- The creation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in 2010 to protect consumers from unfair practices by financial institutions.
- The implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2010, which expanded access to health insurance and protected individuals with pre-existing conditions from being denied coverage.
- The enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990 to ensure equal opportunities and rights for individuals with disabilities in employment, public accommodations, transportation, and government services.