Labor Department says FMLA applies to same-sex couples

The Department of Labor this week clarified that same-sex spouses living in states that don't recognize marriage equality are eligible for benefits under the Family and Medical Leave Act. 

"All eligible employees in legal same-sex marriages, regardless of where they live, can now deal with a serious medical and family situation like all families -- without the threat of job loss," Labor Secretary Tom Perez said in a statement.