06/26/2025
https://www.commondreams.org...
"I am very pleased now to recognize Congresswoman Jackie Speier, the sponsor of H.R. Res. 17 and ERA champion, for a brief opening statement."
"The pay gap between men and women has persisted for decades with the average woman being paid 80 cents for every dollar paid to men."
"I strongly agree with the scholars' assessment that the time limit is likely non-binding and that Congress clearly has the authority to extend or eliminate time limits if necessary."
"What a disgrace for this to happen in the United States."