What does the Respect for Marriage Act do? The answer will vary by state.
The law came about in response to the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, which called other landmark civil liberties cases into question.
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3 LGBTQ diplomats see opportunity and crisis for queer people around the world
Only four countries in the world have a high level diplomat specifically assigned to handle LGBTQ issues. We spoke to three of them to hear what their work has taught them.
VIDEO: A look at efforts targeting LGBTQ youth around the country
Many of these laws will be challenged, but it's not just about the threat of legal action. Studies have shown that LGBTQ youth already face higher health and suicide risks.
Local Venue Declines To Host Wedding Between Two Women
A Winston-Salem venue has denied a gay couple's request to host their wedding there.
Botswana's High Court Rules Homosexuality Is Not A Crime
"A democratic society is one that embraces tolerance, diversity and open-mindedness," Justice Michael Leburu said. Activists immediately celebrated the landmark ruling.
'Bathroom Bill' Fight Returns To Winston-Salem Federal Court
North Carolina's so-called “bathroom bill” was partially repealed two years ago, but critics say its effects still hurt the state.
'Bathroom Bill' Sponsor Among GOP Hopefuls in NC-9
The race for North Carolina's Ninth District congressional seat has drawn a crowded field of Republicans for the Tuesday primary.
Greensboro Swim Meet Shows HB2 Backlash Not Over
The Greensboro Aquatic Center will host the NCAA 2019 Division III Swimming Championships this month, bringing in college teams from across the country.
United Methodist Church Votes To Keep Bans On Same-Sex Weddings, LGBTQ Clergy
Delegates rejected change despite a Virginia pastor's warning: "You will be putting a virus into the American church that will make it very sick, and it will be sick quickly."
Activists Say 40 Detained And 2 Dead In Gay Purge In Chechnya
The "new wave of persecution" began when a social media group administrator's phone contacts were accessed by Chechen authorities, according to the Russian LGBT Network.