Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders

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dedicated to ending discrimination based on sexual orientation,
HIV status and gender identity and expression.

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We’re living our American dream in every way but one – the federal government’s denial of our marriage and the discrimination that brings.

Melba Abreu & Beatrice Hernandez
Melba Abreu & Beatrice Hernandez

GLAD Publications

Status of Same Sex Relationship Recognition in the United States

U.S. Statewide DOMA Statutes and Constitutional Amendments

Federal Government Reports on DOMA

Congressional Resource Service Reports

Other Cases Pertaining to Section 3 of the Federal Defense of Marriage Act

Opposition Materials