SR0668

EQUAL PAY DAY

Introduced·3/11/26
Introduced Text

Illinois Senate Resolution 668 designates March 26, 2026, as Equal Pay Day in Illinois to raise awareness about the gender wage gap.

Illinois Senate Resolution 668 highlights the gender wage gap and its impact on various communities. It recognizes Equal Pay Day on March 26, 2026, to bring attention to the disparity in earnings between women and men. The resolution notes that women, including those from diverse backgrounds, face significant pay inequities. For instance, full-time working women earn 72 cents for every dollar earned by non-Hispanic white men, while part-time and seasonal workers earn 50 cents.

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Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

DDD
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0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jul 2

Senate

Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments

Mar 25

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Laura Ellman

Mar 12

Senate

Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Graciela Guzmán