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ACR 53

Relative to Women's Equal Pay Day.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Addis and 57 co-sponsors

Summary of ACR 53: Relative to Women's Equal Pay Day Purpose and IntentACR 53 is a concurrent resolution that recognizes April 2nd, 2025 as "Women's Equal Pay Day" in the state of

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 58, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · ACR 53

Summary of ACR 53: Relative to Women's Equal Pay Day

Purpose and Intent

ACR 53 is a concurrent resolution that recognizes April 2nd, 2025 as "Women's Equal Pay Day" in the state of California. The resolution aims to raise awareness about the persistent gender pay gap and the need for continued efforts to achieve pay equity between men and women.

Key Provisions

The resolution makes the following key points:

  • Acknowledges that, on average, women in the United States earn approximately 82 cents for every dollar earned by men, indicating a significant pay disparity.
  • Recognizes that the gender pay gap can be even wider for women of color, with Black women earning 63 cents and Latina women earning 55 cents for every dollar earned by white, non-Hispanic men.
  • Highlights the importance of taking action to close the gender pay gap, as it not only affects individual women and their families, but also has broader economic and societal implications.
  • Declares April 2nd, 2025 as "Women's Equal Pay Day" in California, symbolizing the additional time women must work to earn the same amount as men in the previous year.
  • Encourages all Californians to recognize this day and to support policies and practices that promote fair and equal pay for all employees.

Affected Parties and Impact

The resolution primarily focuses on raising awareness and promoting action around the issue of the gender pay gap, which affects women across all industries and income levels in California. By designating a statewide "Women's Equal Pay Day," the resolution aims to:

  • Increase public understanding of the persistent pay disparities between men and women.
  • Encourage employers, policymakers, and the general public to take steps to address the root causes of the gender pay gap.
  • Inspire further legislative and policy efforts to achieve pay equity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

ACR 53 was introduced on March 17, 2025 and was subsequently chaptered by the Secretary of State on April 1, 2025, making it effective immediately. The resolution designates April 2nd, 2025 as the official "Women's Equal Pay Day" in California, to be observed and recognized annually going forward.

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