Signed by Governor Mark Dayton

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes same-sex marriage.

Highlights:

• Authorizes 2 consenting individuals to engage in a “civil marriage,” whereas existing law authorizes a marriage between a man and a woman (Sec. 2).

• Prohibits the following marriages (Sec. 3):
• A marriage between siblings; and
• A marriage between an uncle or aunt and a nice or nephew.

• Prohibits religious organizations, associations, and societies from being subject to any fine, penalty, or civil liability for non-participation in the support or solemnization of a civil marriage for any reason (Sec. 5).

• Requires gender-neutral terminology to be used in law to implement rights and responsibilities in a civil marriage (Sec. 6).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes same-sex marriage.

Highlights:

• Authorizes 2 consenting individuals to engage in a “civil marriage,” whereas existing law authorizes a marriage between a man and a woman (Sec. 2).

• Prohibits the following marriages (Sec. 3):
• A marriage between siblings; and
• A marriage between an uncle or aunt and a nice or nephew.

• Prohibits religious organizations, associations, and societies from being subject to any fine, penalty, or civil liability for non-participation in the support or solemnization of a civil marriage for any reason (Sec. 5).

• Requires gender-neutral terminology to be used in law to implement rights and responsibilities in a civil marriage (Sec. 6).

Full Bill Text