Which act was to provide old-age benefits and unemployment compensation for Americans?

The Social Security Act, enacted in 1935, aimed to provide old-age benefits and unemployment compensation for Americans. It established a system of old-age insurance for retirees and a safety net for the unemployed. This landmark legislation was part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal, designed to address the economic hardships of the Great Depression. Over the years, it has evolved to include various forms of assistance and support for vulnerable populations.