Twelve Republican U.S. senators joined Democrats this week in voting to codify same-sex marriage in the United States, a bill advocates said was necessary to ensure the Supreme Court does not overturn its earlier decision protecting it.
U.S. Senator Susan Collins speaks with reporters at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., September 6, 2022. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantzcodify
same-sex marriage in the United States, a bill advocates said was necessary to ensure the Supreme Court does not overturn its earlier decision protecting it. Here is what they said about supporting the Respect for Marriage Act, which some social conservatives object to:Collins is one of the most moderate Senate Republicans. She said in a statement she was "proud" to be a lead sponsor of the bill, adding that it would ensure marriage equality for same-sex and interracial couples and strengthen religious liberty and conscience protections.Portman, who is retiring at the end of the year, was a top negotiator on the bill.
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