November 28, 2022
It looks like same sex marriage rights are on the path to being enshrined into federal law.
The Senate has agreed to take up the Respect for Marriage Act for a vote on Tuesday afternoon and it will likely get the 60 votes it needs – or more.
The Respect for Marriage act guarantees federal recognition of any marriage between two individuals if the union was valid in the state where it was performed. It would also require states to accept the legitimacy of a valid marriage performed elsewhere but not require any state to issue a marriage license contrary to its own law. If approved, individuals or groups would not be legally required to provide services for a wedding ceremony or celebration if it’s against their religious beliefs. It also would not recognize polygamous unions.
Before the final vote three Republican amendments will be voted on. All three have to do with protecting religious liberty.
If the bill passes the Senate, it’ll go back to the House where it will likely pass and then it’ll be sent to the President’s desk for signature.
