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An Act to Regulate Transportation and Commerce, Etc - Softcover

And Creating A Railroad Commission Of The State Of Oregon, 1907

 
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This early 20th century text comprehensively addresses the regulation of railroads and other common carriers in the state of Oregon, laying the legal groundwork for the Railroad Commission of Oregon. Focused on issues of public safety, fair and reasonable service and charges, and the prevention of discriminatory or monopolistic practices, this book details the powers and duties of the commission. With its creation, the commission would oversee safety inspections, investigate complaints, prescribe, and enforce reasonable rates, fares, and services, regulate the construction of railroad crossings, and promote fair competition among railroads and other transportation providers. The book offers valuable insights into the historical context of railroad regulation in the United States and the legal framework that emerged to ensure the safe, efficient, and equitable operation of railroads as a vital mode of transportation and commerce.

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ISBN 10:  1154477940 ISBN 13:  9781154477948
Publisher: General Books, 2010
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