IL HR0727

Declares March 26, 2026 as Equal Pay Day in Illinois to raise awareness about the gender wage gap, noting women working full-time are paid 81% of what men are paid (76% when including part-time workers).

Recognizes additional Equal Pay Days for specific groups: AANHPI Women (April 7), LGBTQIA+ (June 17), Black Women (July 21), Moms (August 6), Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Women (September 15), Latina (October 8), Disabled Women (October 20), and Native Women (November 19).

Highlights that pay disparities vary significantly by demographic, with Latinas earning 54-58 cents and Native women earning 53-58 cents per dollar paid to non-Hispanic white men.

Notes the wage gap begins as early as one year after college and affects women's long-term economic security, including Social Security benefits, retirement savings, and children's education.

Encourages Illinois citizens to learn about pay inequities and the various awareness dates highlighting wage gaps experienced by different groups.