HARRISBURG, March 27 – A bill ( H.B. 98 ) introduced by state Reps. Donna Bullock, Melissa Shusterman and Jenn O’Mara, known as the Equal Pay Law, which would expand protections against wage discrimination, was approved by the Pennsylvania House Labor and Industry Committee today. This legislation would prohibit employers from discriminating and paying workers less because of their gender, race or ethnicity. It would also add protections for retaliation and increase monetary penalties from $50-$200 to $2,500-$5,000 in cases where employers discharge or discriminate against an employee for filing a complaint. It would further create the Equal Pay Commission to investigate and study factors causing pay disparity. “It’s well known that women and people of color, and especially women of color, have been insufficiently paid in the workplace. This is despite doing the same tasks, performing the same jobs, and sometimes doing them much better than our counterparts,” said Bullock, D-Phila. “Enough is enough. The time for economic justice is now. We must move forward and ensure all Pennsylvania workers receive equal pay for equal work and eradicate wage disparity once and for all.” "We could add a staggering $482 billion to the U.S. economy by ensuring equal pay for equal work. We're talking billions in lost wages for women that they could spend on Read more
“Multiple residents have brought up concerns regarding these roadways to my office, ranging from pedestrian safety to potholes and visibility issues,” O’Mara said. Read more
In case you missed it, March is Women’s History Month. Throughout March, we honor the extraordinary achievements, resilience, and contributions of women who have shaped our world. Let's commit to supporting and uplifting one another. Read more
Advocating for women's autonomy over their bodies involves supporting comprehensive reproductive health care. Read more
Tuesday, March 12 is Women’s Equal Pay Day – it’s how far into 2024 a woman has to work to earn the same money a man did by the end of 2023 when they both started counting on New Year’s Day 2023. Read more
My legislation, House Bill 1632, would add Post-Traumatic Stress Injury as an eligible claim for first responders filing for workers’ compensation. Read more
“Enduring depression or PTSI should never be normalized as part of the job. Mental health care should be accessible and encouraged, especially to first responders whom we depend on to keep us safe,” O'Mara said. Read more
On Presidents Day, we celebrate the leaders who have shaped our nation. Please be advised that my office will be closed in observance of the holiday on Monday, Feb. 19. Read more
Rep. O'Mara's winter 2024 newsletter featuring updates on bills she's introduced, news laws in effect, upcoming events, and more. Read more
Following Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget address, state Rep. Jennifer O’Mara praised some key elements that would particularly benefit her Delaware County district – such as investments into all levels of education and added support for public transit. Read more
Exciting news! Join me on Feb. 8, 4 p.m. -7 p.m., for an open house at my new Media office! Read more
The new law now matches the federal credit on state taxes. This boosted the maximum state credit from $630 to $2,100 for Pennsylvania families. Read more
The longstanding issue of underfunding schools has prevented the state legislature from fulfilling our constitutional obligation of providing every child with their right to high quality education, while simultaneously placing a burden on taxpayers. Read more
“From bolstering stormwater facilities to essential sewer system rehabilitation, each dollar reflects a commitment to practical solutions and the improvement of everyday life,” O’Mara said Read more
"Extreme Risk Protection Orders can be such an effective intervention measure for families who struggle like mine did, and ERPOs are proven to reduce the number of suicides in other states that enacted them," O'Mara said. Read more
That’s a wrap on Session for 2023! This week, we finalized the #PABudget and passed major bipartisan legislation that includes... Read more
Members of the House Democratic Caucus will hear testimony about their bill package to reform Act 12 of 2016 at a public hearing of the House Consumer Protection, Technology & Utilities Committee at 10 a.m. on Dec. 12 in the state Capitol building. Read more
Big news from my district office; we’re moving to Media! After searching for a year, we located the perfect space at 26 E. 4th St. Read more
As we gather to express our gratitude and celebrate Thanksgiving next week, please note that my district office will be closing at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 22 and closed on Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24. Read more
With the November general election just a few days away, I wanted to ensure you had the information you needed to carry out your civic duty on Tuesday. Read more
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