Democrats won or maintained important seats in Congress due to the overturning ofRoe v. Wade.
As a result, Congress wrote a law to protect marriages (viaThe Hill).
The legislation would overturn the Defense of Marriage Act and guarantee all marriages are given full legal protections.
Here is what would happen if that is the case.
The Respect for Marriage Act looks to have these same-sex marriages recognized by all states.
However, the bill doesn’t extend many other protections (viaSlate).
As a result, some Democrats are pushing back on this law, hoping for something better.
However, this legislation lays down the foundation for further protection.
