Service members seeks partner benefits from U.S. military
Bill should easily pass committee
Brings total number of bill supporters to 31
Panel to consider bill in November
New total sum could reach $1.5 million
Lawmakers question arguments in favor of anti-gay law
Respect for Marriage Act has a record 125 co-sponsors
Boehner's lawyer declines consent to videotape hearing
Support brings number of Senate co-sponsors to 30
Source denies reports of sweeping shakeup
