National Prohibition Act

The National Prohibition Act, also known as the Volstead Act, was enacted in 1919 to enforce the 18th Amendment, which prohibited the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages in the United States. It established legal guidelines and agencies responsible for upholding prohibition laws, aiming to reduce alcohol consumption and related social issues. While it effectively banned alcohol, it also led to the rise of illegal activities like bootlegging and speakeasies, creating enforcement challenges. The act remained in effect until the 21st Amendment repealed prohibition in 1933.