Final vote on measure expected before end of the month
Supporters say measure ‘strengthens’ families
Carlos Bruce came out in May
LGBT advocates describe vote as ‘step forward’
Constitutional amendment to ban anti-LGBT discrimination also passed
Javier Soto made claims on Facebook page
Advocates welcome Public Defender Eduardo Vega Luna’s backing of measure
Dolan dismisses notion Pope Francis approved them in widely publicized remarks
Brian Sims said Supreme Court decisions, increased public support make it “right time”
Hundreds of couples already taking advantage of new law
