CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

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.

S.Con.Res. 36 · Senate resolution Labor and Employment

A Democratic resolution with 44 Democratic cosponsors · See all 46 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4196-4197)

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 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 significant wage disparity between Black women and white, non-Hispanic men. It notes that Black women earn substantially less for their work, regardless of academic achievement or professional position. The resolution highlights how this wage gap impacts the ability of women to support families and contributes to broader economic issues. It also addresses contributing factors such as sexual harassment, lack of affordable childcare, and attacks on diversity programs. Ultimately, the resolution serves to acknowledge the impact of these disparities on families and the United States. Finally, it reaffirms congressional support for ensuring equal pay for equal work.

Yes· 3 of 9

  • Scored +2

    Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?

    The resolution seeks to recognize and address the specific wage disparities faced by Black women.

  • Scored +2

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

    The resolution reaffirms support for narrowing the gender wage gap and ensuring equal pay for equal work.

  • Scored +2

    Would Black Americans be better off under this?

    The resolution specifically addresses the economic disparities and wage gaps faced by Black women.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.