Statement from Vice President Kamala Harris on the Passing of Lilly Ledbetter

Lilly Ledbetter was a tireless chief within the combat for equal rights. 

After discovering out that she had been systematically underpaid for practically two a long time in comparison with her male colleagues, Lilly grew to become an advocate for equal pay. Her efforts contributed to the passage of the Lilly Ledbetter Honest Pay Act, which strengthened protections in opposition to pay discrimination, and which was the first invoice signed into regulation throughout the Obama-Biden Administration.

I’ve at all times believed once we elevate up the financial standing of girls, we elevate up the financial standing of households and communities – and all of society advantages. That’s why I co-sponsored the Paycheck Equity Act in america Senate, a invoice that Lilly was a robust supporter of, and which might additional improve pay transparency. And that’s why I proceed to combat for the Paycheck Equity Act – to honor Lilly’s legacy, and proceed constructing a extra truthful and equitable future for ladies, and all Individuals.

Lilly’s advocacy has improved the lives of thousands and thousands, and can encourage generations to return. Doug and I ship our condolences and prayers to the Ledbetter household.
 

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