Illinois declares March 26, 2026 as Equal Pay Day to highlight gender wage gaps.
Illinois House Resolution 727 declares March 26, 2026 as Equal Pay Day in Illinois. The resolution highlights the gender wage gap, noting that women earn 81 cents for every dollar earned by men. It also emphasizes the impact of the pay gap on women's economic security and families. The resolution encourages citizens to learn about the pay gap, which affects various groups differently, including Native, Latina, disabled, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, LGBTQIA+, and Black women. The resolution aims to raise awareness and combat the long-term effects of pay inequities.
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