Recognizing Wage Disparity for Latina Women in the US
The U.S. Congress officially recognizes the significant difference in wages paid to Latina women compared to men, highlighting its negative impact on families and the economy. It emphasizes that Latina women earn considerably less for the same work, leading to financial hardship and lost lifetime earnings.
Key points
Latina women must work nearly 11 additional months to earn what White, non-Hispanic men were paid in the previous year.
For every dollar earned by a White, non-Hispanic man, a full-time Latina woman worker earns an average of 57 cents.
It is estimated that due to the wage gap, a Latina woman loses over $1,000,000 in potential earnings over her lifetime.
Lower earnings make it harder to save, invest, cover basic expenses, and impact financial security for emergencies.
Lack of access to affordable childcare and paid leave contributes to the wage gap, forcing women to choose between work and family care.
Congress reaffirms its support for ensuring equal pay for equal work and closing the gender wage gap.
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