Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Latina women in comparison to White, non-Hispanic men.

House Concurrent Resolution

H.Con.Res. 56

119th Congress

Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Latina women in comparison to White, non-Hispanic men.

In Committee

Introduced:Oct 8, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Glenn Thompson

Representative

Republican

PA-15

Cosponsors

84

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Environmental Protection

Summary

This bill recognizes the significant pay gap between Latina women and White, non-Hispanic men in the United States. It calls for the U.S. government to take action to address this inequality and ensure equal pay for equal work.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill recognizes the significant pay gap between Latina women and White, non-Hispanic men in the United States. It calls for the U.S. government to take action to address this inequality and ensure equal pay for equal work.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This concurrent resolution calls for U.S. leadership in addressing the climate crisis that is disproportionately affecting the health, economic opportunity, and fundamental rights of children. It also recognizes the need for a climate recovery plan that puts the United States on a trajectory consistent with reducing global atmospheric carbon dioxide to below 350 parts per million by the year 2100.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Recognizes the wage disparity between Latina women and White, non-Hispanic men
Calls for U.S. leadership in addressing this pay gap issue
Aims to put the U.S. on a path to reduce global carbon dioxide levels by 2100

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would shine a spotlight on the persistent wage discrimination faced by Latina women and prompt the government to develop policies and programs to promote pay equity. This could lead to increased economic opportunities and improved financial security for Latina women and their families.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Environmental Protection

Related Subjects

Air quality

Child health

Child safety and welfare

Climate change and greenhouse gases

Economic performance and conditions

Environmental health

Protest and dissent

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

56, 119th Congress (2025). "Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Latina women in comparison to White, non-Hispanic men.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hconres-56