Same-sex Marriage/ Clinton Papers/ Idaho Wolves/ Yellowstone Grizzlies

Missoulian: US Attorney General Eric Holder extends federal recognition to Michigan same-sex marriages
Statement by Attorney General Eric Holder on Federal Recognition of Same-Sex Marriages in Michigan
““I have determined that the same-sex marriages performed last Saturday in Michigan will be recognized by the federal government.  These families will be eligible for all relevant federal benefits on the same terms as other same-sex marriages. The Governor of Michigan has made clear that the marriages that took place on Saturday were lawful and valid when entered into, although Michigan will not extend state rights and benefits tied to these marriages pending further legal proceedings.  For purposes of federal law, as I announced in January with respect to similarly situated same-sex couples in Utah, these Michigan couples will not be asked to wait for further resolution in the courts before they may seek federal benefits to which they are entitled.  ”

Missoulian: National Archives to release more Clinton records
The Clinton Library has released the second batch of previously withheld Presidential records.

Missoulian: Idaho governor signs wolf-control bill
HB 423: Wolf Depredation Control Board

Missoulian: Move to delist Yellowstone grizzlies moves forward
 Grizzly Bear Recovery, Yellowstone Ecosystem

Ukraine

Missoulian: Senate overwhelmingly passes bill aiding Ukraine, imposing sanctions on Russia

H.R.4152: To provide for the costs of loan guarantees for Ukraine.

NATO/ Ukraine

Missoulian: Obama worries NATO allies spending less on defense
FACT SHEET: U.S. Efforts in Support of NATO Allies and Partners

Missoulian: Obama: Russia miscalculated in Ukraine
Background Briefing on the G7 Meeting

“Furthermore, there was a strong statement from the G7 that Russia’s actions will have significant consequences.  We've already imposed a cost on Russia in the sanctions that we've issued in coordination with Europe, Canada, and Japan as well.  But, importantly, going forward, the G7 made clear that they have a variety of sanctions that can be carried out against Russia and individuals and entities responsible for what’s taking place in Ukraine.  But importantly, the G7 made clear that they’re ready to intensify actions, including coordinated sectoral sanctions that will have an increasingly significant impact on the Russian economy if Russia continues to escalate the situation.”

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Grey Wolves/ Severance Pay

Missoulian: Protesters seek protection for gray wolf as feds consider delisting
75 Members Send Letter Calling for the Obama Administration to Fully Delist the Gray Wolf
House Dems Urge FWS to Rescind Proposed Rule to Delist Gray Wolf

Missoulian: Supreme Court: Severance payments are taxable
United States v. Quality Stores, Inc.