Explore the Federal Reserve's History
Banking Act of 1935
This legislation restructured the Fed in both cosmetic and consequential ways
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Marriner S. Eccles
Early in his tenure on the Federal Reserve Board, Eccles was instrumental in drafting the Banking Act of 1935.
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PeopleThe Fed's Functions
Did you know that the Fed's responsibilities include conducting monetary policy, supervising and regulating and providing services to financial institutions?
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