Sec. 2. FINDINGS
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## SEC. 2 FINDINGS **[**[1 U.S.C. 7 note](/us/usc/t1/s7)**]** Congress finds the following: ####
(1)No union is more profound than marriage, for it embodies the highest ideals of love, fidelity, devotion, sacrifice, and family. ####
(2)Diverse beliefs about the role of gender in marriage are held by reasonable and sincere people based on decent and honorable religious or philosophical premises. Therefore, Congress affirms that such people and their diverse beliefs are due proper respect. ####
(3)Millions of people, including interracial and same-sex couples, have entered into marriages and have enjoyed the rights and privileges associated with marriage. Couples joining in marriage deserve to have the dignity, stability, and ongoing protection that marriage affords to families and children.
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