Mazie Hirono said "I thank Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas. Her legislation laid the groundwork for the STEM Opportunities Act. I also wish to thank Senators Peters, Murray, Gillibrand, Blumenthal, Markey, Cantwell, Booker, Schatz, and Merkley for supporting this effort. Working together, I know we can do better, and I know we will ensure that women who want to pursue STEM careers can do so in a supportive environment without fear of harassment. On Equal Pay Day, we are reminded of how far we have to go to achieve equality, and I urge my colleagues to support the Paycheck Fairness Act, the STEM Opportunities Act, and other legislation that will help close the gender gap in our workforce. ___________________

On the recordApril 12, 2016

I thank Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas. Her legislation laid the groundwork for the STEM Opportunities Act. I also wish to thank Senators Peters, Murray, Gillibrand, Blumenthal, Markey, Cantwell, Booker, Schatz, and Merkley for supporting this effort. Working together, I know we can do better, and I know we will ensure that women who want to pursue STEM careers can do so in a supportive environment without fear of harassment. On Equal Pay Day, we are reminded of how far we have to go to achieve equality, and I urge my colleagues to support the Paycheck Fairness Act, the STEM Opportunities Act, and other legislation that will help close the gender gap in our workforce. ____________________

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Mazie Hirono

Democratic · Hawaii

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