Proposal to ban gay marriage, civil unions advances in Pa. Senate - poconorecord.com - The Pocono Record
March 18, 2008
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A state Senate committee has passed a proposal to amend the state Constitution to ban gay marriage and civil unions.
The Judiciary Committee approved it Tuesday, 10-4.
Opponents sought more hearings on the bill, saying the wording of the proposal that bans civil unions is so poorly defined that it could endanger the rights that gay and lesbian couples have now.
Supporters say the wording isn’t meant to take away current rights, such as a partner’s health care coverage or ability to grant power of attorney.
A constitutional amendment requires approval from both legislative chambers in two consecutive two-year sessions and ultimate approval in a statewide referendum.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Proposal to ban gay marriage, civil unions advances in Pa. Senate - poconorecord.com - The Pocono Record
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