LGBT immigration group 'extremely disappointed' with proposal
Legislation has bipartisan support upon introduction
'Change has always come from ordinary Americans'
Jackson also asserts justices lack standing to hear case
President aware of the need 'to ensure that proper benefits are provided'
Child Trends says its research doesn't pertain to same-sex parents
The measure passed by a 51-19 vote margin
Atlanta-based CNN.com writer/producer Christensen will serve remainder of the late Triplett's term
Michigan HIV criminalization expert questions timeline posed in Georgia gay magazine piece
Married same-sex spouses will be eligible for benefits in states that recognize same-sex marriages only