Ashford Statement on Nebraska Court Ruling on Same-Sex Marriage

U.S. Congressman Brad Ashford (NE-02) released the following statement on the decision from U.S. District Judge Joseph Bataillon to allow same-sex marriages to proceed in the State of Nebraska. Under the ruling, the state must begin to recognize same-sex marriages on Monday, March 9, 2015.

Congressman Ashford said:

"Discrimination against anyone based on their sexual orientation has no place in this country. Courts across the country are demanding equal treatment under the law, and today, Nebraska took a major stand against inequality in this country. This decision does not ask individuals to abandon their principles on the issue, but rather, to accept that this country is overwhelmingly diverse, and we must embrace those who might not hold our same beliefs. The many differences of individuals are what make this a great nation, and today's decision recognizes that same-sex couples deserve equal rights under the law. I applaud this decision and commit to continue working for equality for all Nebraskans in the future."

Congressman Ashford is also a cosponsor of the Respect for Marriage Act, legislation that ensures that legally-married, same-sex couples are treated equally under federal law. Currently, the legislation is supported by a bipartisan group of 139 members of Congress in the House of Representatives.

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