This activity explores the Supreme Court case West Coast Hotel Co. v. Parrish (1937), which tested whether states could require a minimum wage for women workers. The Court upheld the law, saying that protecting workers’ health and well-being was a valid reason for government action. The case shows how the Constitution was interpreted to support worker protections during the Great Depression and marked a turning point where the government was allowed to play a larger role in helping people during hard times.
Included in this resource:
Supreme Court Case Spotlight analysis with scaffolding questions
Answer key for teachers (suggested)
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