U3T2 Vocab FAC: Domestic Policy

President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s programs to help Americans during the Great Depression by providing jobs, relief, and economic recovery.

Government decisions and actions that deal with issues inside the United States, such as health care, education, and business.

Rules and oversight used by the government to guide businesses and protect the public, including keeping products safe and preventing unfair practices.

A 1906 federal law that made it illegal to sell food and drugs that were impure or falsely labeled, helping protect consumers.

The federal agency that oversees the safety and quality of food, medicines, and certain other products sold across state lines.

Government laws and actions meant to stop businesses from unfairly limiting competition or gaining too much control over a market.

A federally managed health insurance program mainly for older Americans.

A health coverage program supported by federal and state governments for people with limited income.

A 2010 law that expanded access to health insurance through insurance marketplaces, help paying premiums, and opportunities for states to expand Medicaid.

Money taken from workers’ paychecks, with employer contributions, to help fund Social Security and Medicare.