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Rep. Sara Gagliardi Fights for Equal Pay for Women
The state labor director, [Don Mares,] is convening a commission to examine the wage gap between men and women.
Nationally, women earn 77 cents for every dollar men earn, and minority women earn even less, according to recent figures. The average in Colorado varies, but one study shows it is only a penny off the national average, said Linda Meric of 9to5, the National Association of Working Women.
Mares’ announcement was made Tuesday, the same day lawmakers supported a resolution recognizing Equal Pay Day. Many women lawmakers wore red Tuesday as a sign that “women are still in the red.”
“It’s vital that the Colorado General Assembly continues to bring attention to the inequities faced by women and people of color in this state,” said Rep. Sara Gagliardi, D-Arvada, who sponsored the resolution in the House. “Although the glass ceiling continues to be a reality for women in this country, we must continue to fight every day for equality.”
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Representative Gagliardi is a licensed practical nurse and formerly served as a union steward for SEIU Local #105. Her legislative priorities include making sure medical decisions are in the hands of doctors and patients, not insurance companies.
Representative Green is a medical social worker and a grandmother of 9. Her top legislative priority is accessible, affordable health care. She lives in Golden.
Representative Benefield is the vice chair of the Finance Committee. As a former small business owner, her legislative priorities include revitalizing business opportunities and jobs for Coloradans. Debbie lives in Arvada. 