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Wednesday, March 20, 2013  The Missouri Supreme Court has upheld a decision striking down a 2011 law that created an incentive fund for science and technology-based businesses.

Thursday, June 21, 2012  Illinois prosecutors refuse to defend state ban on gay marriage, claim law is unconstitutional

Friday, June 01, 2012  Gay married couples look to Supreme Court to settle battle over Defense of Marriage Act

Thursday, May 31, 2012  Federal appeals court finds that the Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutionally denies federal benefits to married gay couples.

Tuesday, February 07, 2012  Updated with AP video: Appeals court says California's voter-approved ban on same-sex marriages is unconstitutional

Monday, January 09, 2012  The Missouri State Senate currently has two measures that would target the federal health care law and the leader of the senate hopes those will be among the first debated this year.

Wednesday, October 26, 2011  A federal judge says Linn State Technical College's drug-testing plan for new students will remain on hold.

Friday, September 16, 2011  The American Civil Liberties Union in Easter Missouri is suing Linn State Technical College for mandatory drug testing at the school.

Thursday, September 01, 2011  Gay rights group seeks court ruling to prevent return of 'don't ask, don't tell'

Friday, August 12, 2011  Appeals court strikes down health overhaul requirement that most Americans must buy insurance

Wednesday, June 15, 2011  Bankruptcy court rules federal law prohibiting same-sex marriages is unconstitutional

Monday, April 11, 2011  Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster filed paperwork on Monday in support of a federal healthcare lawsuit.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011  Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster warns republicans that the state could face penalties for not enforcing the law.

Wednesday, February 02, 2011  Despite judge's ruling, key players move ahead to put health care overhaul in place.

Tuesday, February 01, 2011  Updated with video. US judge says Obama's entire health plan unconstitutional; case destined for Supreme Court.