Washington State's Domestic Partnership expansion bill passes House 62-32.

Moments ago the Washington House of Representatives passed the 2008 Domestic Partnership Bill. This is a tremendous step forward in our work to protect LGBT families while we continue the fight to secure full marriage equality in Washington State.

The bill now moves to the Senate where we are confident that with continued hard work we can pass the bill. The governor a longtime supporter of civil rights for all Washingtonians has already indicated her support for this legislation. Still, we will take nothing for granted.

At stake is more than the 160 rights and responsibilities that the over 3,400 couples who have registered since July 23rd will receive when the bill becomes law. This bill is creating important media and lobbying opportunities to help elected leaders and the public understand the problems facing LGBT individuals & families.