Which Act was part of the Second New Deal aimed at providing old age pensions?

The Social Security Act is the piece of legislation associated with the Second New Deal that established a system of old age pensions. Enacted in 1935, it was designed to address the economic hardships experienced by many Americans during the Great Depression. The act created a social insurance program that included retirement benefits for workers and provided assistance to the elderly, the disabled, and dependent children. This marked a significant shift in the role of the federal government, as it began to take on responsibilities for individual welfare and economic security, emphasizing a commitment to the well-being of citizens.

In contrast, the Wagner Act primarily dealt with labor rights and workers' protections, the Agricultural Adjustment Act focused on stabilizing prices for farmers and reducing agricultural overproduction, and the Civilian Conservation Corps Act was designed to provide jobs for young men in reforestation and public works. None of these acts addressed the issue of old age pensions directly.