Boy Scouts of America made the decision in May to accept them into their ranks . BSA announced the decision in November . The resolution took effect with the New Year . It passed with more than 60 % of the votes of national council members . BAS does still ban gay adult scout leaders .
BSA announced the decision in November . The resolution took effect with the New Year . It passed with more than 60 % of the votes of national council members . BAS does still ban gay adult scout leaders .