What will the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act do?
• This bill will reverse the outcome in the Ledbetter v. Goodyear Supreme Court decision that puts a limitation on the time available to rectify pay discrimination. • The bill will restore the longstanding interpretation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and other discrimination statues, protecting women from being discriminated against in the workplace. Legislative Action on the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act in the 111th Congress • The Ledbetter Fair Pay Act was introduced in the House (H.R. 11) by Rep. George Miller (D-CA-7) on January 6th 2009 with 168 cosponsors. The House may vote on this bill as early as January 9th 2009. PAYCHECK FAIRNESS ACT (H.R. 12) Background information on the Paycheck Fairness Act? • This bill would enhance the enforcement of the Equal Pay Act. • Would require a stronger commitment from the Department of Labor in its responsibilities to women workers. • Would create strong penalties for employers who continue to discriminate against women through wage di
