Synopsis
Understanding the rules and history of tariff publication and filing
This historical reference explains how tariffs were created, published, and regulated as the United States moved to standardize transportation charges. It covers why tariffs evolved, the key provisions of the original act, and how carriers began to post and file rate schedules for public inspection. The book also describes the distinct parts of tariff publications, including notices, supplements, and the rules that govern adjustments to rates, classifications, and publication formats.
What you’ll gain from this edition:
- A clear view of early tariff regulation and the goals of public accessibility.
- An outline of the required formats, posting rules, and filing processes for tariffs and supplements.
- An overview of how through and combination rates were handled under the law.
- Practical context for navigating historical tariff practices and their impact on pricing.
- Ideal for readers interested in transportation history, law, or the development of regulatory standards for freight and passenger charges.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This detailed exploration of early 20th-century railroad tariff regulation in the United States is an instructive guide to the complexities of tariff construction for both shippers and carriers. It delves into the development of tariff regulations, providing historical context and the impact of the Act to Regulate Commerce. The author's examination of the Interstate Commerce Commission's Tariff Circular No. 18-A provides invaluable insights, covering the specific requirements for constructing tariffs, including printing size and form, arrangement of title pages, and the inclusion of tables of contents, indices of commodities and stations, and rate tables. Thoroughly researched and meticulously organized, this book is an essential resource for anyone involved in the transportation industry or seeking an in-depth understanding of tariff regulation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333009458_0
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