Bennet, Hickenlooper, Colleagues Introduce Resolution to Recognize Latina Equal Pay Day

Denver - Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet andJohn Hickenlooper, along with 23 fellow senators, introduced a resolution to honor Latina Equal Pay Day. The resolution recognizes the disparity in wages paid to Latinas, the significance of equal pay, and its larger impact on women, families, and the economy.

"Lost wages mean Latina women have less money to support themselves and their families, save and invest for the future, and spend on goods and services," wrote the lawmakers.

Latina Equal Pay Day, which was observed on October 3, 2024, is a day to reflect on the continued impact of wage gaps on Latina women. In 2023, more than 60 years after the passage of the Equal Pay Act of 1963, Latinas were paid just 51 cents for every dollar paid to their white, non-Hispanic male colleagues. Latina women also continue to lack access to paid leave and experience increased levels of workplace harassment.

Bennet cosponsored a Latina Equal Pay Day resolution in 2022. He also cheered the passage of the Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month in September.

Full text of the resolution available HERE.