About the Marriage and family status category

Explore policies around marriage, divorce, and family legal recognition.

What’s this subcategory for?
Discussion of how federal laws define and support families, including marriage and parental rights.

How is it different?
It addresses legal recognition and status, not abuse prevention or children’s services.

What should posts include?
Topics like marriage equality, child custody, divorce law, and federal benefits tied to family status.

Why not merge?
Family recognition and legal status are distinct from abuse or general social services.

Engagement policy:
We welcome all viewpoints, as long as they are respectful. Keep the focus on policy and legislation, especially Congress. Avoid partisan debates about the presidency.