SR26

Recognizes July 21, 2026, as "Black Women’s Equal Pay Day" in Delaware to address wage disparities.

Delaware SR26 recognizes July 21, 2026, as "Black Women’s Equal Pay Day" to highlight the wage gap between Black women and non-Hispanic white men. The resolution acknowledges that Black women earn 65 cents for every dollar earned by non-Hispanic white men for full-time, year-round work, and 63 cents overall. It emphasizes the need for systemic changes to achieve pay equity and address economic justice. The resolution also notes the disproportionate impact of the wage gap on Black women's economic security and retirement savings.