1.   A proposal that seems destined to become law would allow Dutch gays and lesbians to adopt children and would sanction same-sex marriages.

2.   Only a few Scandinavian and European countries said they would recognize the marriages of Dutch gays who move to their countries.

3.   Proponents say the legislation will give Dutch gays rights beyond those offered in any other country.

4.   Proponents say the bill would give Dutch gays rights beyond those offered in any other country.

5.   The new law would apply only to Dutch gays, not foreigners.

6.   Turned away from blood banks because of fears about AIDS, Dutch gays are fighting for the right to give blood, a homosexual rights activist said Thursday.