Recognizes the wage disparity between Black women and White men and its impact on families and the economy.
This bill recognizes the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Black women compared to White men. It highlights that Black women earn 66 cents for every dollar earned by White men, and 64 cents when including part-time workers. The bill notes that Black women will need over 200 years to achieve equal pay at the current rate. It also emphasizes the impact of lost wages on Black women's ability to support their families, save, and invest. The bill reaffirms support for equal pay and reducing the gender wage gap.
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