Recognizes the wage disparity between Black women and white, non-Hispanic men, and advocates for equal pay.
The bill highlights the wage gap faced by Black women, noting that they earn 65 cents for every dollar earned by white, non-Hispanic men. It emphasizes the impact of this disparity on Black women, their families, and the broader economy. The resolution underscores the need for equal pay and acknowledges the role of systemic discrimination and lack of workplace policies in perpetuating the wage gap. It also points out that if the wage gap were eliminated, Black women could afford more education, healthcare, and other necessities.
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