Vote on measure is 53-42, short of 60-vote requirement
Despite DOMA ruling, department ignores LGBT military families in certain states
Bowser triumphs over Catania’s divisive tactics
Send a message, keep progressive movement alive
Charlie Morgan Act filed as amendment, but floor vote seems unlikely
Shinseki endorses passage of legislation to address issue
Legislation included as part of financial services spending bill
Charlie Morgan Act would ensure gay veterans receive spousal benefits
Social Security, military benefits could remain problematic after court decision
Legislation introduced to provide equal benefits for gay troops