CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

Alma Adams (D-NC)

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

H.Con.Res. 114 · House resolution Labor and Employment

A Democratic resolution with 79 Democratic cosponsors · See all 79 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

In committee

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A concurrent resolution is how the House and the Senate settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.

What this bill would do

This concurrent resolution recognizes the wage disparity between Black women and white, non-Hispanic men. It highlights that July 21, 2026, is Black Women's Equal Pay Day. The text discusses how the wage gap impacts the ability of Black women to support families and accumulate wealth. It notes that current trends suggest it could take nearly 200 years to achieve equal pay. Ultimately, the resolution seeks to recognize the impact of this disparity on the United States. Finally, it reaffirms support for ensuring equal pay for equal work.

Yes· 3 of 10

  • Scored +2

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The resolution highlights the specific wage disparity faced by Black women to advocate for racial equity.

  • Scored +2

    Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?

    The resolution reaffirms support for narrowing the gender wage gap.

  • Scored +2

    Would Black Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution specifically targets the economic disadvantages faced by Black women.

The opposite

  • Scored -1

    Would white Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution highlights a wage disparity where white, non-Hispanic men earn more than Black women.