IL HR0132

Declares March 14, 2023 as "Equal Pay Day" in Illinois to raise awareness about the gender wage gap where women earn on average 84% of men's pay.

Recognizes that 2022 methodology changes to the Equal Pay Day Calendar now include part-time and seasonal workers to more accurately represent how wage gaps impact diverse communities.

Identifies additional Equal Pay Days throughout the year for specific groups: LGBTQIA+ (June 15), Black women (July 27), mothers (August 15), Latina women (October 5), Native women (November 30), and Asian American/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander women.

Documents wage gap figures showing disparities by demographic group, with Black women earning 64 cents and Latina women earning 54 cents per dollar earned by non-Hispanic white men.

Encourages Illinois citizens to learn about pay gaps affecting women and various demographic groups, citing impacts on Social Security, retirement savings, and family economic security.