Civil Rights Act of 1964

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by 88th United States Congress, Lyndon B. Johnson · 1964

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a landmark civil rights and labor law in the United States that outlaws discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. It prohibits unequal application of voter registration requirements, racial segregation in schools and public accommodations, and employment discrimination. It is widely considered one of the most significant legislative achievements in American history.