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Lawmakers Call for Equal Pay 61 Years After Act, Women Earn 84 Cents on Dollar

Jun 10, 2024, 01:57 PM

The Equal Pay Act, which was enacted 61 years ago, continues to be a significant issue as women still earn only 84 cents on the dollar compared to men. Lawmakers, including Rep. Mark Pocan, Rep. Delia Ramirez, and Rep. Glenn Ivey, are calling for renewed efforts to achieve equal pay for equal work. They emphasize the need for legislative actions such as the Equal Rights Amendment and Paycheck Fairness Act to address persistent wage disparities and ensure equity in the workplace.