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DE SCR65

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

6/27/2023

Primary Sponsor

Marie Pinkney

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Origin

Senate

152nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Recognizes July 27, 2023, as "Black Women's Equal Pay Day" in Delaware
  • Notes that Black women earn an average of 63 cents for every dollar earned by non-Hispanic white men, and Black mothers earn 50 cents per dollar
  • Highlights that 64% of Black students earning bachelor's degrees are women, yet lower wages make it more difficult to repay student debt
  • Acknowledges that women of color experienced the largest pandemic-related employment declines due to caregiving needs and lack of health benefits
  • Encourages all Delawareans to recognize the contributions and sacrifices Black women have made to champion equality

Legislative Description

Recognizing July 27, 2023, As "black Womens Equal Pay Day In The State Of Delaware.

Last Action

Passed In House by Voice Vote

6/29/2023

Full Bill Text

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