Could same-sex marriage rights be rolled back? Lawmakers in Idaho are making a bold move to try just that. This week, a state House committee approved a resolution asking the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges, the 2015 ruling that made same-sex marriage legal across the nation.
The resolution argues that marriage laws should fall under state control, not federal oversight. “Since court rulings are not laws,” it claims, “Obergefell is an illegitimate overreach.” If passed by the full House and Senate, the measure would formally request the Supreme Court to reverse the decision and define marriage as a union between one man and one woman.
Idaho’s Republican-led legislature is driving the effort, with Representative Heather Scott highlighting the importance of states’ rights. The push is backed by MassResistance, a group known for its opposition to marriage equality since the early 2000s.
This isn’t the first time lawmakers have challenged Obergefell, but it’s a notable step in a state where conservative values hold significant sway. The resolution’s fate—and its potential impact—remain uncertain, but it’s sure to spark debate across the country.
What’s next? The resolution still needs approval from Idaho’s full legislature before it can reach the Supreme Court. Stay tuned as this story unfolds.