NCJW Welcomes Signing of the Lilly Ledbetter Act
January 29, 2009, Washington, DC -- The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) today praised President Obama for signing the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act. After attending the White House signing ceremony, NCJW President Nancy Ratzan released the following statement:
"NCJW was honored and thrilled to be there as President Obama signed the historic Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act – the first bill signed into law under his administration. This victory is shared by all of the activists across the country who worked so long and hard to win passage of this important equal pay legislation.
"The new law rectifies the Supreme Court’s decision in Ledbetter v. Goodyear and reinstates important protections against wage discrimination.
"Enactment of this law is the first step in the road to ensuring equal pay for women and others victimized by workplace discrimination. We look forward to working with allies, including the White House, in passing the Paycheck Fairness Act. NCJW advocates nationwide pledge to continue their efforts on behalf of this bill which would strengthen the 1963 Equal Pay Act."
The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive ideals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children, and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.
Contact:
Emily Alfano
202 296 2588 x5; emily@ncjwdc.org