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AK SB120

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/19/2016

Primary Sponsor

Peter Micciche

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Origin

Senate

29th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Amends AS 25.05.261 to clarify that persons authorized to solemnize marriages under subsections (a)(1) or (3) have no duty to solemnize any marriage.

  • Provides immunity from criminal and civil liability for individuals who refuse to solemnize a marriage or provide services, accommodations, facilities, goods, or privileges related to marriage solemnization, formation, or celebration.

  • Prohibits the state or municipalities from penalizing authorized marriage solemnizers for refusing to solemnize a marriage or provide marriage-related services.

  • Defines "penalize" to include actions affecting benefits or privileges guaranteed by law, such as tax exemptions, state or municipal contracts, grants, or licenses.

Legislative Description

Right To Refuse To Solemnize Marriage

Licensing

Last Action

REFERRED TO COMMUNITY & REGIONAL AFFAIRS

1/19/2016

Committee Referrals

Community & Regional Affairs1/19/2016

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