The Fair Pay Act of 2026 aims to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to prohibit wage discrimination based on sex, race, or national origin.

The Fair Pay Act of 2026 seeks to address wage discrimination by prohibiting employers from paying different wages to employees based on sex, race, or national origin. It mandates that employers with 25 or more employees submit annual reports to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission detailing wage rates and employee demographics. The Act also enhances penalties for violations and allows for compensatory or punitive damages. Additionally, it establishes a research, education, and technical assistance program to promote compliance and eliminate wage rate differentials.

The Fair Pay Act of 2026 aims to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to prohibit wage discrimination based on sex, race, or national origin.

The Fair Pay Act of 2026 seeks to address wage discrimination by prohibiting employers from paying different wages to employees based on sex, race, or national origin. It mandates that employers with 25 or more employees submit annual reports to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission detailing wage rates and employee demographics. The Act also enhances penalties for violations and allows for compensatory or punitive damages. Additionally, it establishes a research, education, and technical assistance program to promote compliance and eliminate wage rate differentials.