The act:
• Barred unequal application of voter registration requirements.
• Outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion or national origin in hotels, motels, restaurants, theaters, and all other public accommodations engaged in interstate commerce.
• Prohibited state and municipal governments from denying access to public facilities on grounds of race, color, religion or national origin.
• Prevents discrimination by government agencies that receive federal funds.

Photograph source: Library of Congress; Cecil Stoughton, White House Press Office (WHPO)