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Equal Pay for Black Women: Recognizing Wage Disparity

This U.S. Senate resolution highlights the significant wage gap between Black women and White men, noting that Black women earn considerably less for the same work. The document indicates that at the current rate, Black women will wait 100 years to achieve pay equity. This impacts their personal finances, ability to save and invest, and the overall economy.
Key points
Acknowledges that Black women earn 63 cents for every dollar paid to White men, resulting in nearly a million dollars in lost earnings over a career.
Emphasizes that lack of access to affordable childcare and paid leave contributes to the wage gap, forcing women to choose between work and care.
Points out that closing the wage gap would allow Black women to afford education, health insurance, food, or pay off student loans.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SCONRES_12
Sponsor: Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA]
Process start date: 2021-08-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SCONRES_12.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Acknowledges that Black women earn 63 cents for every dollar paid to White men, resulting in nearly a million dollars in lost earnings over a career.
  • Emphasizes that lack of access to affordable childcare and paid leave contributes to the wage gap, forcing women to choose between work and care.
  • Points out that closing the wage gap would allow Black women to afford education, health insurance, food, or pay off student loans.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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