The Senate on Tuesday passed legislation to enshrine protections for same-sex marriage in federal law, sending the measure back to the House.
In a 61-36 vote, 12 Republicans joined all Democrats in approving a bill that would ensure that the federal government recognizes a same-sex marriage, even if a couple moves to a state that doesn't do so. It also repeals the Defense of Marriage Act, which defined marriage as between a man and a woman.
The House passed its own version in July — with support from nearly 50 House Republicans — but the Senate bill was amended to include religious liberty protections in an effort to gain the necessary support from GOP senators. The House is expected to take up the Senate version as soon as next week.
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