The Equal Pay Act of 1963 is a U.S. law aimed at abolishing wage disparity based on gender. It mandates that men and women receive equal pay for equal work in the same establishment, ensuring that job roles requiring similar skills, effort, and responsibility are compensated equally. This law was a significant step towards achieving gender equality in the workplace. The act is part of the broader Fair Labor Standards Act and was signed into law by President John F. Kennedy. It provides employees the right to file complaints against employers who violate the law, promoting fair compensation practices across various industries.