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A concurrent resolution recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men as compared to wages paid to Latina women.

12/29/2022, 9:03 AM

Summary of Bill SCONRES 50

Bill 117 sconres 50 is a concurrent resolution that aims to recognize the importance of equal pay and address the wage disparity between men and Latina women in the United States. The resolution highlights the fact that Latina women are often paid significantly less than their male counterparts for the same work.

The resolution emphasizes the need for equal pay for equal work, regardless of gender or ethnicity. It acknowledges the systemic barriers that Latina women face in the workforce, including discrimination and lack of access to opportunities for advancement.

The resolution calls on Congress to take action to address the wage gap and ensure that all workers are paid fairly for their work. It also encourages employers to implement policies that promote pay equity and eliminate gender and racial bias in hiring and promotion practices. Overall, Bill 117 sconres 50 is a non-partisan effort to raise awareness about the wage disparity faced by Latina women and to advocate for policies that promote equal pay for all workers.

Congressional Summary of SCONRES 50

This concurrent resolution recognizes the disparity between wages paid to Latina women, and its impact on women, families, and the nation and reaffirms Congress' commitment to supporting equal pay for equal work and to narrowing the gender wage gap.

Current Status of Bill SCONRES 50

Bill SCONRES 50 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 8, 2022. Bill SCONRES 50 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on December 8, 2022.  Bill SCONRES 50's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S7075) as of December 8, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill SCONRES 50

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
44
Democrat Cosponsors
42
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SCONRES 50

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SCONRES 50

A concurrent resolution recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men as compared to wages paid to Latina women.
A concurrent resolution recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men as compared to wages paid to Latina women.

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