Rep. Randy Weber (R-TX) introduced a heinous piece of of anti-gay conservative federal legislation today called "The State Marriage Defense Act … [Read more...] about Rep. Randy Weber (R-TX) Introduces Bill Barring Feds from Recognizing Same-Sex Marriages if State Bans Them
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HRC Calls on Feds to Recognize Utah Same-Sex Marriages; ACLU Prepares Lawsuit
The Human Rights Campaign today called on U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to ensure that the marriages of more than 1300 gay couples who married … [Read more...] about HRC Calls on Feds to Recognize Utah Same-Sex Marriages; ACLU Prepares Lawsuit
Indiana House Committee to Hold Hearing on Gay Marriage Ban on Monday
Indiana's House Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing on the constitutional amendment banning gay marriage on Monday, WIBC reports: A House … [Read more...] about Indiana House Committee to Hold Hearing on Gay Marriage Ban on Monday
Judge to Hold Hearing on Federal Lawsuits Challenging Gay Marriage Ban in Texas Today
Today, a U.S. district judge in Austin will hold the first-ever hearing on federal lawsuits filed by same-sex couples challenging the … [Read more...] about Judge to Hold Hearing on Federal Lawsuits Challenging Gay Marriage Ban in Texas Today
1,300+ Same-Sex Marriages ‘On Hold’ in Utah. Now What Happens? Are They Valid?
There's a rule of thumb in marriage law: marriages are valid when and where performed. In other words, if you married in … [Read more...] about 1,300+ Same-Sex Marriages ‘On Hold’ in Utah. Now What Happens? Are They Valid?
Look to Oregon For Our Most Important Marriage Ballot Battle In 2014
BY DAVID MIXNER In just ten months, Americans will be going to the polls once again. Seems like we just made the same journey yesterday but … [Read more...] about Look to Oregon For Our Most Important Marriage Ballot Battle In 2014
Utah Says It Won’t Recognize Validity of Gay Marriages Performed Before SCOTUS Stay
Dear Cabinet, I’m sure you are all aware of the issuance of the stay regarding same-sex marriage in … [Read more...] about Utah Says It Won’t Recognize Validity of Gay Marriages Performed Before SCOTUS Stay
Validity Of Utah Same-Sex Marriages Questioned, Will Likely Require Litigation
The window for same-sex marriages in Utah was short, and the aftermath may not be so sweet. Now that the Supreme Court has granted a stay on marriage … [Read more...] about Validity Of Utah Same-Sex Marriages Questioned, Will Likely Require Litigation
NM Gov. Susana Martinez Won’t Legislate Against Gay Marriage: ‘It’s the Law of the Land’
New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez says she won't support or seek an amendment to ban gay marriage in the state, saying the issue is settled, the … [Read more...] about NM Gov. Susana Martinez Won’t Legislate Against Gay Marriage: ‘It’s the Law of the Land’
Lawsuit Filed Challenging Arizona’s Ban on Gay Marriage
Four Arizona couples filed a class action lawsuit on Monday challenging Arizona's ban on same-sex marriage, KTAR reports: The suit, which names … [Read more...] about Lawsuit Filed Challenging Arizona’s Ban on Gay Marriage