Citing Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard’s consistent and unwavering support for its priorities in the areas of education, economic security and civil rights, the American Association of University Women gave the congresswoman a 100 percent rating for her voting record in the 110th Congress (2007-2008).

"On behalf of the more than 100,000 bipartisan members of the American Association of University Women (AAUW), as well as the members in California, I want to thank U.S. Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard for her 100 percent rating in our recently published AAUW Congressional Voting Record," said Lisa Maatz, AAUW director of public policy and government relations. "We appreciate her consistent support for AAUW's priority issues throughout the 110th Congress, including her support for pay equity and increasing the minimum wage."

The entire scorecard is available at Congressional Voting Record for the 110th Congress. 

In regard to education, the AAUW scorecard votes in the U.S. House of Representatives included: the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007, which was the largest increase in student aid since the G.I. Bill; Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act of 2008, which guarantees that student loans remain available to students even during tight financial markets; America COMPETES Act, which makes strides in improving education in math and science and encourages more women to choose careers in those fields; and the Higher Education Act, which includes year-round Pell Grants, and increases access to on-campus child care.

In regard to economic security, the AAUW scorecard votes in the U.S. House of Representatives included: the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2007, which would allow plaintiffs to file complaints within 180 days of a discriminatory paycheck; and the Paycheck Fairness Act, which would update the Equal Pay Act of 1963, one of the primary laws on pay discrimination.

In regard to civil rights, the AAUW scorecard votes in the U.S. House of Representatives included: the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2007, which would update hate crimes laws.

AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research. Since 1881, AAUW has been one of the nation's leading voices promoting education and equity for women and girls. It has a nationwide network of 100,000 members, 1,300 branches, and 500 college/university institutional partners. Since its founding 127 years ago, members have examined and taken positions on the fundamental educational, social, economic, and political issues of the day. AAUW's commitment to educational equity is reflected in its public policy advocacy, community programs, leadership development, conventions and conferences, national partnerships, and international connections.
 

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