No discrimination based on gender identity & orientation
I support the passage of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act, which would prohibit discrimination in the workplace on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity (I support the version of ENDA that includes gender identity).
I also support the rights of same-sex couples to obtain all the rights and benefits of marriage -- there should not be a two-tiered system of marriage in our country.
Source: Campaign website, www.chelliepingree.com, “Issues”
Nov 4, 2008
Work towards pay equity for women
In 2008, women still earn only 77 cents for every dollar earned by men. For college graduates, this means $1.2 million is lost over a woman’s lifetime. In recent years, the wage gap between men and women has actually increased.
We must fight to end
this discrimination and stand up for women in every state. In Congress, I will continue working towards pay equity just like I did in the Maine legislature, by supporting measures such as the Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act.
Source: Campaign website, www.chelliepingree.com, “Issues”
Nov 4, 2008
ENDA: prohibit employment discrimination for gays.
Pingree signed H.R.3017&S.1584
Prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity by covered entities (employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, or joint labor-management committees). Prohibits preferential treatment or quotas. Allows only disparate treatment claims. Prohibits related retaliation.
Makes this Act inapplicable to:
religious organizations; and
the relationship between the United States and members of the Armed Forces.
Source: Employment Non-Discrimination Act 09-HR3017 on Jun 24, 2009
