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S.Res. 901

ResolutionFederalSenateIn Committee
A resolution recognizing that the United States needs to support and strengthen mothers in the workforce by investing in the Mom Economy.
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Latest Action · September 24, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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September 24, 2026
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This resolution expresses the Senate's view that the United States should prioritize supporting working mothers through investments in what it calls the "Mom Economy." The resolution highlights statistical disparities showing that mothers participate in the workforce at significantly lower rates than fathers, earn less than men, and often face barriers including expensive childcare and lack of paid leave. The resolution calls for Congress to consider a comprehensive package of investments including paid family and medical leave for all workers, universal childcare programs, expanded child tax credits, increased nutrition assistance, higher minimum wages, and protections against wage discrimination. While this is a non-binding resolution expressing the Senate's sense rather than a law that creates specific programs or funding, it signals support among sponsoring senators for policies aimed at reducing economic barriers for working mothers, particularly mothers of color who are described as facing disproportionate challenges.

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