Which of the following statements describes the sheppard-towner act of 1921, which gave federal assistance to states seeking to reduce high infant mortality rates? a) it was a minor achievement for women in politics. b) it demonstrated the political powerlessness of women. c) it was women's only significant national legislative success in the 1920s.

C.) It was women's only significant national legislative success in the 1920s.

Explanation:

The Sheppard-Towner act was passed in 1921. It is also known as the promotion of the welfare and hygiene of Maternity and Infancy Act . It provided funding for child care and maternity. President warren G Harding signed it on November 23, 1921. It was first step taken by the federal government for the social security and it was the first legislation that came after women got the voting rights in 1919. The passage of the bill showed the woman power as it was passed due to the influence of Children's Bureau.

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