Us Code § 65 - , 66. Repealed. Pub. L. 104–287, §10(b), Oct. 11, 1996, 110 Stat. 3401
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§ 65. , 66. Repealed. Pub. L. 104–287, §10(b), Oct. 11, 1996, 110 Stat. 3401
Section 65, act Sept. 3, 5, 1916, ch. 436, §1, 39 Stat. 721, established eight hour work day for employees of railroads. See section 28301 of Title 49, Transportation.
Section 66, act Sept. 3, 5, 1916, ch. 436, §4, 39 Stat. 722, provided penalty for violation of section 65 of this title. See section 28302 of Title 49, Transportation.
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Short Title
Act Sept. 3, 5, 1916, ch. 436, 39 Stat. 721, which enacted sections 65 and 66 of this title, was popularly known as the "Adamson Law".
CHAPTER 4—CARE OF ANIMALS IN TRANSIT
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