Retired lawmaker says he'd like to work on federal budget negotiations
Preliminary data show hate crimes based on sexual orientation rose 19% in 2012
Language gives authority for BLAG to defend anti-gay law
Advocates hope incoming legislature will pass measure
House expected to vote on measure by end of the month
Paul Ryan makes appearance at lesbian senator's reception
No. 2 Senate Democrat says passage would end discrimination
Lawsuit says supervisor called him ‘fag,’ ‘bone sucker’
President pledges provision 'will not alter' rights of gay troops
Pat Brady announced position as legislators prepared to consider measure
