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IL HR0068

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/3/2015

Primary Sponsor

LaShawn Ford

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Origin

House of Representatives

99th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates March in 2015 and 2016 as "Ask Your Boss for a Raise Month" in Illinois
  • Acknowledges that many workers receive minimum wage or compensation below their qualifications and workload
  • Recognizes research showing workers avoid requesting raises due to fears of rejection, inadequacy, lack of negotiation skills, or job loss
  • Expresses legislative support for empowering workers to seek wages commensurate with their effort and hours worked
  • Raises awareness of challenges faced by Illinois workers in obtaining deserved compensation

Legislative Description

ASK YOUR BOSS FOR RAISE MONTH

Last Action

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Camille Y. Lilly

3/27/2015

Committee Referrals

Personnel & Pensions2/17/2015
Rules1/28/2015

Full Bill Text

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