My own first reaction was this is absolutely unnecessary but if they want clarification in writing, OK, there's no harm to state the facts - Tammy Baldwin

This legislation will protect the hard-fought progress we've made on marriage equality and I look forward to the Respect for Marriage Act becoming the law of the land

Millions of same-sex and interracial couples made this moment possible by living openly as their authentic selves, changing the hearts and minds of people around them

"One of the most amazing experiences of my life has been the ability to work from within a legislative body to build majorities, to change minds and hearts, and to bring people to the place where they're proud to call themselves fighters for equity and equality".