Designates March 25, 2025, as Equal Pay Day in Michigan to recognize wage disparities between genders.

The resolution highlights the ongoing wage gap between men and women, noting that women earn, on average, 82 cents for every dollar earned by men. It emphasizes the impact of this disparity on retirement savings, Social Security benefits, and pensions, contributing to a wealth gap. The resolution also acknowledges the exacerbation of these issues by events like the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to a significant drop in women's labor force participation. It calls for fair compensation based on merit and encourages citizens to recognize the value of women's contributions to the labor force.

Designates March 25, 2025, as Equal Pay Day in Michigan to recognize wage disparities between genders.

The resolution highlights the ongoing wage gap between men and women, noting that women earn, on average, 82 cents for every dollar earned by men. It emphasizes the impact of this disparity on retirement savings, Social Security benefits, and pensions, contributing to a wealth gap. The resolution also acknowledges the exacerbation of these issues by events like the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to a significant drop in women's labor force participation. It calls for fair compensation based on merit and encourages citizens to recognize the value of women's contributions to the labor force.