Civil Union law takes effect in Colorado
Posted on May 01, 2013 at 09:30 am
Early this morning, May 1, a law that creates civil union for same-sex couples took effect in Colorado. As we celebrate the civil union law taking effect in Colorado, we also look forward to a day when same-sex couples can see their state stand up for their love, their commitment, and their families by extending the full freedom to marry.
Colorado legislature approves civil union law, awaits governor’s signature
Posted on Mar 12, 2013 at 12:15 pm
Today, the Colorado House of Representatives approved a law that will extend civil union to same-sex couples in the state, marking a huge step toward the freedom to marry in the state. The law now awaits Gov. John Hickenlooper's signature, who has been a vocal advocate for the law.
Colorado Senate passes civil union legislation
Posted on Feb 11, 2013 at 12:30 pm
Today, the Colorado Senate approved a bill that would all same-sex couples to join together in civil union, which affords same-sex couples some - but not all - of the protections and responsibilities that marriage provides. Now, the bill will be considered by the CO House of Representatives.
Colorado civil union bill advances out of committee, will be heard by full Senate
Posted on Jan 31, 2013 at 11:45 am
This morning, the Colorado Senate Appropriations Committee voted to advance a bill that would allow same-sex couples in the state to join together in civil union. Last week, the bill was advanced through the Senate Judiciary Committee. Now, it will be heard and voted on by the full Colorado Senate.
Colorado civil union bill passes out of Senate Committee
Posted on Jan 24, 2013 at 02:30 pm
On Wednesday, the Senate Judiciary Committee in Colorado voted to advance a bill that would allow same-sex couples in the state to join together in civil union, which affords same-sex couples some - but not all - of the protections and responsibilities that marriage provides.
11 ways the freedom to marry triumphed on Election Day
Posted on Nov 08, 2012 at 07:30 pm
This week, the freedom to marry triumphed at the ballot box over and over again. We know that some of the wrap-up - and what it all means for the future of the campaign to win marriage nationwide - can be tricky, so here's a break-down of the important ways that the freedom to marry won on Election Day.
Colorado civil unions bill fails in the House because of legislative inaction
Posted on May 09, 2012 at 09:10 am
Late last night, the Colorado Civil Union Act failed in the Colorado House when lawmakers did not bring the bill to a vote.
Colorado House Committee to vote on civil union bill on Thursday
Posted on May 02, 2012 at 09:13 am
Colorado's House Judiciary Committee, widely seen as the largest obstacle to the passage of civil unions this year, will vote on the civil union bill this Thursday.
22 Senators endorse freedom to marry plank in 2012 National Democratic Platform
Posted on Mar 02, 2012 at 01:04 pm
Today, the Washington Blade reported that 22 senators have joined a growing number of politicians and advocates who have endorsed including a freedom to marry plank in the Democratic Party’s 2012 national platform.
Violeta and Sujey face deportation hearing this Friday
Posted on Aug 17, 2011 at 09:21 am
This Friday, Violeta Pando will find out whether or not she will be separated from her wife, Sujey, who faces deportation back to Mexico. Although Violeta and Sujey are legally married, the federal government will not allow Violeta to sponsor Sujey because the so-called Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) keeps the government from recognizing their marriage for the purposes of immigration.