Senate urged to pass Respect for Marriage Act
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The Respect for Marriage Act passed the House in July and is expected to be voted on by the Senate in the coming weeks. President Biden has signaled support for the measure.
The Hill published a centrist article about how Tinder and the Human Rights Campaign are urging senators to vote for the Respect for Marriage Act which would require states to recognize same-sex and interracial marriages if those unions are valid in the states where they were performed.
A left-leaning article from CNN highlights that Sen. Schumer and Sen. Leahy say that same-sex marriage won't be attached to the continuing resolution to fund the government. Their comments come as momentum picks up for a Senate vote on the issue. Democrats could use the issue to force a tough vote for Republicans up for reelection in November.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how some Republicans are asking for an amendment to address religious conscience protections, which may be needed for the bill to clear a 60-vote filibuster threshold.
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Senate gay marriage bill negotiators meet to advance legislation before midterms
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