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Commemorating the life and legacy of labor pioneer Kate Mullany in honor of Women’s History Month.

H. Res. 282 · 117th Congress · Mar 26, 2021 · Lineage

RESOLUTION

That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that—
(1)
the life of Kate Mullany attests to the experience of working women in 19th century America and their struggle to obtain safe working conditions, reasonable wages, and respect from the entire American labor movement;
(2)
Kate Mullany demonstrated the indomitable will of working women everywhere who continue to fight for equal pay and equal opportunity in workplaces through union organizing and collective bargaining; and
(3)
Kate Mullany reflected the best American tradition of using her intellect and courage to overcome outdated barriers tied to gender, live and work with dignity, and have the confidence to pursue her dreams both in her careers and with her loved ones.