The 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 54, introduced by a bipartisan group of representatives and senators, designates March 25, 2025, as Equal Pay Day in Wisconsin. This date symbolizes the additional time women must work into the new year to earn the same wages that men earned in the previous year. The resolution highlights the historical context of women's workforce participation in Wisconsin, noting that since World War II, women have consistently ranked among the top states in terms of labor force involvement. It also marks the 106th anniversary of the Nineteenth Amendment, which was a significant milestone in the fight for women's rights.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of working women in Wisconsin, who contribute to the economic well-being of their families and communities. It acknowledges the progress made in narrowing the pay equity gap, with women earning 12 cents less per dollar than men in 2023, compared to 42 cents less in 1979. However, it also points out the ongoing disparities in earnings among different racial and ethnic groups. By recognizing Equal Pay Day, the legislature aims to promote continued efforts toward achieving pay equity and improving the quality of life for Wisconsin families.