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.

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.