"The Act did not by its terms make reference to gay or lesbian employees. Nevertheless, Judge Lawson found that, 'The historical background and legislative history of the Act demonstrate that it was motivated by animus against gay men and lesbians.' The decision relied in part on the Supreme Court's recent decision in United States v. Windsor, which struck down the provision of the federal Defense of Marriage Act which had precluded federal recognition of same-sex marriages."  MORE >>