117th Congress (2nd) Vote 358 - A bill to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act and ensure respect for State regulation of marriage, and for other purposes.

The Respect for Marriage Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 8404, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), which was passed in 1996 and defined marriage as a legal union between one man and one woman.

If passed, the Respect for Marriage Act would recognize same-sex marriages at the federal level, allowing couples to receive the same benefits and protections as heterosexual couples. This would include access to Social Security benefits, tax benefits, and immigration rights.

The bill has received support from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups, who argue that it is a step towards equality and fairness for all couples, regardless of their sexual orientation. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that marriage should be defined as between a man and a woman, and that the federal government should not interfere with state laws on marriage. Overall, the Respect for Marriage Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has the potential to have a significant impact on the rights and recognition of same-sex couples in the United States. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its future remains uncertain.