The Judiciary Committee of the New Jersey State Senate, after a lengthy debate yesterday, voted 7-6 to approve a bill to extend marriage equality to same-sex couples (New York Times). A vote by the full Senate, where passage is far from certain, is expected to take place on Thursday. If the bill passes, it would require passage by the Assembly before being submitted for final approval by the governor. Governor Jon Corzine has promised to sign the bill if it reaches his desk.
Although New Jersey law currently permits civil unions, the law does not not provide the same protections as a civil marriage. If all goes well, LGBT people in New Jersey will be getting a big piece of equality in their stockings this Christmas.
Visit Garden State Equality's website to find out how you can help. If you know anyone who lives in New Jersey, ask them to contact their representatives and tell them to vote yes.
December 08, 2009
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