Senate passes Employment Non Discrimination Act with help of 10 Republicans . House Speaker John Kerry has said he opposes other laws that already address the issue . Republican congressional leaders say they are n't hearing from constituents on the issue . The Republican National Committee found after last year 's loss in the presidential election that younger Americans , who voted disproportionately for Barack Obama , weigh their support for a political party based on its tolerance and inclusiveness , including on the issue of gay rights . Democrats might try to force a vote in the House but know it probably wo n't happen .
Senate passes Employment Non Discrimination Act with help of 10 Republicans . House Speaker John Kerry has said he opposes other laws that already address the issue . Republican congressional leaders say they are n't hearing from constituents on the issue . Democrats might try to force a vote in the House but know it probably wo n't happen .