Wilson–Gorman Tariff Act

The Wilson-Gorman Tariff Act was a U.S. law enacted in 1894 that aimed to reduce tariff rates. It was a significant piece of legislation that reflected ongoing debates about economic policy in the United States.

The act lowered tariff rates on many goods, but it also introduced a new tax on sugar. This provision was particularly controversial and led to increased prices for sugar consumers. The Wilson-Gorman Tariff Act also included a provision for an income tax, which was later declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.

The act was part of a broader political movement to reform tariff policies, which had been a contentious issue in American politics for decades. While the act did lower some tariffs, its overall impact on the economy is debated by historians.