9-12
Ethics, Economics, and Social Issues
Help your middle school and high school students think critically with 16 ready-made lessons about ethical issue…
Grades 3-5, 6-8
Grades 3-5, 6-8
Grades 9-12
Grades 9-12
Grades K-2, 3-5
Grades 3-5
Grades K-2, 3-5
On this day in 1840, the Independent Treasury Act was passed. A powerful interest group called the "Locofocos" supported this bill, along with President Van Buren. The bill met much opposition but finally passed on this day in 1840. This bill established an "independent" treasury responsible for government transactions.