Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity between wages paid to men and women.

3/21/2024, 10:01 PM

This concurrent resolution declares that Congress recognizes the disparity in wages paid to women compared to wages paid to men. The resolution reaffirms Congress's commitment to supporting equal pay and to narrowing the gender wage gap.

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 97, also known as the Equal Pay Resolution, is a piece of legislation that aims to recognize the importance of equal pay for men and women in the workforce. The bill acknowledges the existing wage gap between genders and seeks to address this disparity.

The resolution highlights the fact that women in the United States are often paid less than their male counterparts for performing the same work. It emphasizes the need for fair and equal compensation for all employees, regardless of gender.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased awareness and education on the issue of equal pay, as well as for the implementation of policies and practices that promote gender equality in the workplace. It also encourages businesses and organizations to take proactive steps to ensure that all employees are paid fairly and equitably. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 97 serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for gender equality in the workforce and calls for action to address the wage gap between men and women. It underscores the importance of equal pay and the need for continued efforts to achieve fairness and equity in the workplace.
Congress
118

Number
HCONRES - 97

Introduced on
2024-03-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/12/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This concurrent resolution declares that Congress recognizes the disparity in wages paid to women compared to wages paid to men. The resolution reaffirms Congress's commitment to supporting equal pay and to narrowing the gender wage gap.

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 97, also known as the Equal Pay Resolution, is a piece of legislation that aims to recognize the importance of equal pay for men and women in the workforce. The bill acknowledges the existing wage gap between genders and seeks to address this disparity.

The resolution highlights the fact that women in the United States are often paid less than their male counterparts for performing the same work. It emphasizes the need for fair and equal compensation for all employees, regardless of gender.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased awareness and education on the issue of equal pay, as well as for the implementation of policies and practices that promote gender equality in the workplace. It also encourages businesses and organizations to take proactive steps to ensure that all employees are paid fairly and equitably. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 97 serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for gender equality in the workforce and calls for action to address the wage gap between men and women. It underscores the importance of equal pay and the need for continued efforts to achieve fairness and equity in the workplace.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity between wages paid to men and women.

Policy Areas
Labor and Employment

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/2/2024

This concurrent resolution declares that Congress recognizes the disparity in wages paid to women compared to wages paid to men. The resolution reaffirms Congress's commitment to supporting equal pay and to narrowing the gender wage gap.


Latest Action3/12/2024
Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.