Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men and to Black women.
Latest action (21 Jul 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.Con.Res. 114 is a concurrent resolution that does not create new law, funding, or enforcement mechanisms. Instead, it formally expresses Congress's recognition of "Black Women's Equal Pay Day" (July 21, 2026) and acknowledges the wage disparity between Black women and white, non-Hispanic men. The resolution cites Census Bureau data showing Black women working full-time, year-round are paid 65 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men, and references existing laws such as the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It also notes related issues, including caregiving responsibilities, workplace harassment, and pay transparency, as contributing factors to the wage gap.
The resolution primarily affects public discourse and congressional record rather than any specific group directly, since it carries no binding legal or regulatory effect. It is intended to draw attention to wage disparities affecting Black women and, by extension, their families and the broader economy. Congress, through this resolution, states its support for equal pay principles and for narrowing the gender wage gap generally.
The bill was introduced on July 21, 2026, by Rep. Alma Adams and numerous cosponsors, and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. As a concurrent resolution, it would require passage by both the House and Senate but does not require the President's signature and would not have the force of law. No further action has occurred beyond introduction.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on July 21, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 114 do?
- H.Con.Res. 114 is a concurrent resolution that does not create new law, funding, or enforcement mechanisms. Instead, it formally expresses Congress's recognition of "Black Women's Equal Pay Day" (July 21, 2026) and acknowledges the wage disparity between Black women and white, non-Hispanic men. The resolution cites Census Bureau data showing Black women working full-time, year-round are paid 65 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men, and references existing laws such as the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It also notes related issues, including caregiving responsibilities, workplace harassment, and pay transparency, as contributing factors to the wage gap. The resolution primarily affects public discourse and congressional record rather than any specific group directly, since it carries no binding legal or regulatory effect. It is intended to draw attention to wage disparities affecting Black women and, by extension, their families and the broader economy. Congress, through this resolution, states its support for equal pay principles and for narrowing the gender wage gap generally. The bill was introduced on July 21, 2026, by Rep. Alma Adams and numerous cosponsors, and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. As a concurrent resolution, it would require passage by both the House and Senate but does not require the President's signature and would not have the force of law. No further action has occurred beyond introduction.
- Has H.Con.Res. 114 become law?
- Not yet. As of 21 Jul 2026, H.Con.Res. 114 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 114?
- H.Con.Res. 114 was sponsored by Rep. Alma Adams [D-NC12] (Democrat-NC), with 78 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 114?
- Introduced (21 Jul 2026).
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