Gay USA: Oct. 31, 2009

The federal hate crimes bill passed Congress this week. and President President Obama signs the bill named for Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, the first major piece of federal legislation covering sexual orientation and gender; hopeful news for LGBTQ-friendly programs in Health and Human Services and Housing Department and in NYC on marriage. "Gay USA," a weekly news-hour, offers comprehensive news and analysis by and about the LGBTQ community with hosts Ann Northrop and Andy Humm.