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CNNNov 29, 2022National News

The fine print of the Respect for Marriage Act

Senator Capito supported the bill after ensuring it included protections for religious freedoms and non-profit organizations.

The fine print of the Respect for Marriage Act
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The Senate passed the Respect for Marriage Act with bipartisan support to codify federal recognition of same-sex and interracial marriages. The bill serves as a legal firewall against potential Supreme Court reversals of existing marriage rights while including specific religious freedom protections.

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