Statement from President Joe Biden on the Passing of Lilly Ledbetter

Lilly Ledbetter was a fearless chief and advocate for equal pay. Her struggle started on the manufacturing facility flooring and reached the Supreme Court docket and Congress, and she or he by no means stopped combating for all Individuals to be paid what they deserve. Earlier than she was a family title, Lilly was like so many different girls within the workforce: she labored arduous, with dignity, solely to seek out out she was being paid lower than a person for a similar work.

Due to Lilly’s tireless efforts, the Lilly Ledbetter Truthful Pay Act—a important step ahead within the struggle to shut the gender and racial wage gaps—turned the primary invoice signed within the Obama-Biden Administration. It was an honor to face with Lilly because the invoice that bears her title was made legislation.

Lilly’s many years of relentless advocacy impressed us all and have introduced us nearer to residing as much as our Nation’s core values of equality and equity. Vice President Harris and I stay dedicated to constructing on Lilly’s legacy and to strengthening equal pay protections for all staff.

Jill and I ship our love and condolences to Lilly’s household and the entire girls she empowered and continues to encourage.

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