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S.71: Paycheck Fairness Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced Jan. 21, 1997
- Latest Major Action June 10, 1998
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
23 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Paycheck Fairness Act - Amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA) and the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (CRA) to revise and increase remedies and enforcement on behalf of victims of discrimination in the payment of wages on the basis of sex. Amends FLSA to provide for enhanced enforcement of equal pay requirements, adding a nonretaliation requirement. Increases penalties for such violations. Provides for the Secretary of Labor to seek...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources.
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Star Print ordered on the bill.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| Jan. 21, 1997 |
Introduced in the Senate by Thomas A. Daschle (D-S.D.) |