SJ 5 - Definition of Marriage - Wyoming Key Vote

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Title: Definition of Marriage

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a joint resolution that would submit a constitutional amendment to the voters, affirming that the only legal union recognized by the state is a marriage between a man and a woman.

Highlights:

  • Authorizes the submission of a constitutional amendment to the voters of Wyoming at the next general election (Sec. 1).
  • Specifies that the proposed constitutional amendment would affirm that only a marriage between a man and a woman is valid or recognized in Wyoming (Sec. 2).
  • Authorizes the legislature to define the benefits and obligations of marriage which may be different than the benefits and obligations afforded to all other civil relationships (Sec. 2).

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