Newly-Passed ‘Respect for Marriage’ Act May Threaten Religious Liberty: Experts

The “Respect for Marriage” Act, after passing through the U.S. House of Representatives, is just a signature away from reaffirming the Supreme Court’s 2015 ruling that legalized gay marriage.
President Joe Biden is expected to sign the Act, which would codify the Supreme Court’s 2015 ruling that requires states to license gay marriage. If the legislation is signed into law, it would repeal the “Defense of Marriage” Act, which banned the federal recognition of same-sex marriage.
That’s a reason to celebrate for the LGBT community, which is concerned that their ability to marry needs safeguards.
However, some experts say the new federal law creates concerns for others, as it could encroach on the freedoms of any who refuse to participate in same-sex marriages by making them vulnerable to lawsuits….}