Missouri 'Religious Freedom' Bill Defeated In House Committee Vote
The legislation, which is unlikely to be revived this session, would have shielded people who refuse to provide services related to same-sex marriages.
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Missouri's Proposed Religious Freedom Amendment Sets Old Allies At Odds
The business community, including solidly GOP-leaning groups, oppose the bill, after seeing the effect of similar measures elsewhere. The blowback has surprised Christian conservatives in Missouri.
For Same-Sex Married Couples In America, A Historic Tax Day
This tax season marks the first time that every married couple in the U.S. can file both state and federal taxes together, after the Supreme Court legalized same-sex unions across the land last year.
Chinese Court Rules Against Gay Couple Seeking To Get Married
It's the first time a Chinese court has addressed the issue of same-sex marriage. The case has energized supporters of LGBT rights in the country, and the couple reportedly plans to appeal the ruling.
Alabama Chief Justice Orders Judges To Enforce Ban On Same-Sex Marriage
Despite a U.S. Supreme Court decision legalizing same-sex marriage, Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy S. Moore has instructed probate judges not to issue licenses to same-sex couples.
'Here Come The Brides': Same-Sex Weddings Call For A New Soundtrack
Richard Wagner's "Bridal Chorus" has been a staple at weddings for more than 150 years. But lately, a number of same-sex couples have been choosing to mix up the music at their nuptials.
More Than 1,000 Mormons Resign From The LDS Church In Protest
The church's policies on families of same-sex couples has engendered heated criticism.
Utah Judge Orders Foster Child Removed From Lesbian Couple's Care
The judge reportedly told the couple that myriad studies have proved children are better off with heterosexual couples. State officials say they will try to get the order changed.
A Place For Straight Spouses After Their Mate Comes Out Of The Closet
When men and women who have been in heterosexual marriages come out of the closet, it can be traumatic for the spouse. The partners left behind often find themselves wondering where to turn for help.
Kentucky Clerk Again Accused Of Interfering With County Marriage Licenses
Rowan County Clerk Kim Davis, who cited her religious beliefs in refusing to issue licences to same-sex couples, reportedly has altered marriage license forms, raising questions about their validity.