Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE)
A concurrent resolution recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men and to Black women.
A Democratic resolution with 31 Democratic cosponsors · See all 32 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4320)
In committee
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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
- Introduced
- In Committee
A concurrent resolution is how the Senate and the House 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 Black women working full time are paid 66 cents for every dollar paid to White, non-Hispanic men. The text notes that these lost wages impact the ability of families to support themselves and the broader economy. It also addresses how workplace harassment and lack of family-friendly policies contribute to this gap. Finally, the resolution seeks to recognize the impact of this disparity on women and families.
Yes· 3 of 11
- Scored +3
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The resolution specifically addresses the economic disparity faced by Black women.
- Scored +3
Would women be better off under this?
The resolution explicitly seeks to recognize and address the wage gap and harassment faced by women.
- Scored +3
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The resolution highlights and seeks to address the specific economic injustices faced by Black women.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of wage disparities: The resolution recognizes the disparity in wages paid to Black women and its impact on women, families, and the United States (Resolution Section 1).
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Support for pay equity: The resolution reaffirms support for ensuring equal pay for equal work and narrowing the gender wage gap (Resolution Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are listed within the text of this resolution.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution specifically addresses the economic disparity faced by Black women. Would women be better off under this? — The resolution explicitly seeks to recognize and address the wage gap and harassment faced by women. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution highlights how the wage gap contributes to lower earnings for many women. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution notes that increased wages would assist with the cost of tuition and fees.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The resolution reaffirms support for narrowing the gender wage gap. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution highlights and seeks to address the specific economic injustices faced by Black women. Does this make child care cost less? — The resolution highlights how access to childcare impacts the wage gap for Black women. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The resolution notes that addressing the wage gap could help reduce the disparities in poverty faced by Black women.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The resolution notes that closing the wage gap would provide women with more money for tuition and fees. Does this reduce what student borrowers owe or repay? — The resolution highlights that the wage gap affects the ability to pay off student debt.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The resolution notes that closing the wage gap can increase consumer spending and benefit the economy.
- 7/10/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4320)
- 32 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
3 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HCONRES-42: Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men and to Black women.
- 119-HCONRES-114: Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men and to Black women.
- 119-SCONRES-36: A concurrent resolution recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men and to Black women.
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