Memorializing Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim August 6, 2026, as Mother's Equal Pay Day in the State of New York
This bill asks the Governor of New York to officially designate August 6, 2026, as Mother's Equal Pay Day. The legislation highlights the wage gap between mothers and fathers, noting that mothers typically earn significantly less for full-time work. While the bill does not change laws or create new programs, it encourages businesses to conduct internal pay evaluations to ensure fair compensation for women. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of the economic disparity faced by mothers and their contributions to the workforce.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
Assembly Passage
May 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced May 27, 2026
Last action May 28, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Assembly by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
1
May 28, 2026
Lower · Passed
ADOPTED
lower
May 27, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO CALENDAR
lower
0 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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