Gay Politics ? Maryland House passes marriage equality bill

The Maryland House of Delegates tonight, led by seven openly gay and lesbian lawmakers, passed a bill granting marriage rights for same-sex couples. ?The move comes a year after a similar bill was pulled from the floor after a whip count made clear it was short of the necessary votes. ?The bill now moves to the Maryland Senate, where many believe it has enough support to pass.

?We?re very proud of the gay and lesbian delegates whose leadership has been crucial in this debate. ?Maryland?s lawmakers understand better the necessity of legal marriage for all couples because they serve alongside gays and lesbians whose loving, committed relationships reflect their own,? said Chuck Wolfe, president and CEO of the Victory Fund.

Maryland Gov. Martin O?Malley has pushed hard for the bill in this legislative session, which ends in March.

Source: http://www.gaypolitics.com/2012/02/17/maryland-house-passes-marriage-equality-bill/

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