What was the major piece of civil rights legislation enacted during the 1960's?

Also, what are it's major features? What was a major effect it had on American society?What was the major piece of civil rights legislation enacted during the 1960's?
Civil Rights Act of 1964



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1964 Civil Rights Act

1965 Voting Rights Act



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