ICC (Interstate Commerce Commission)

The Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) was a U.S. government agency established in 1887 to regulate the railroad industry and later expanded its authority to include trucking and other forms of transportation. Its main goal was to ensure fair rates, eliminate discriminatory practices, and oversee the overall safety and reliability of interstate transportation services. The ICC played a crucial role in shaping transportation policy until it was dissolved in 1995, with many of its functions transferred to the Surface Transportation Board. Its legacy continues to influence transportation regulation today.