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Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Latina women in comparison to men.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 72

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 72, also known as the "Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Latina women in comparison to men" bill, was introduced in the US Congress to address the issue of wage disparity faced by Latina women in the workforce. The bill aims to bring attention to the fact that Latina women are often paid significantly less than their male counterparts for the same work.

The bill highlights the importance of equal pay for equal work and recognizes the impact that wage disparities have on Latina women and their families. It calls for increased efforts to address and eliminate the wage gap between Latina women and men, and to ensure that all workers are paid fairly for their work.

The bill emphasizes the need for policies and initiatives that promote pay equity and equal opportunities for Latina women in the workforce. It also calls for increased awareness and education on the issue of wage disparities and the importance of equal pay. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 72 seeks to raise awareness about the wage gap faced by Latina women and to promote policies that will help close this gap and ensure that all workers are paid fairly for their work.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 72

This concurrent resolution recognizes the disparity between wages paid to Latina women and wages paid to men. The resolution reaffirms Congress's support for ensuring equal pay and closing the gender wage gap.

 

 

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 72

Bill HCONRES 72 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 6, 2023. Bill HCONRES 72 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 6, 2023.  Bill HCONRES 72's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of October 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 72

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
54
Democrat Cosponsors
54
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 72

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 72

Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Latina women in comparison to men.
Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Latina women in comparison to men.

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