Term Paper:
Defense Of Marriage Act
Term Paper Details
Paper ID: 281935147
Title: Defense Of Marriage Act
Category:
Law & Legal Systems
Number of pages: 8 ($9.95
per page)
Written by professional writer: YES |
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Abstract
This 8 page paper comments on the changing structure of the American family. The writer then explains and discusses H.R.3396, the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) enacted in 1996 and the subsequent actions of state legislatures. The essay also provides some background on what spurred Congress to adopt this law. A general discussion of the impact of DOMA is provided, including comments from some authors who believe the Act will be declared unconstitutional in time. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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