CA SB906

Redefines civil marriage in California law as a personal relation between a man and a woman established pursuant to a State of California marriage license issued by the county clerk.

Protects religious officials from being required to solemnize marriages that contradict their faith's tenets, and specifies that any such refusal cannot affect an entity's tax-exempt status.

Makes conforming changes throughout the Family Code to replace references to "marriage" with "civil marriage" in sections governing solemnization, licensing, and registration procedures.

Permits Armed Forces members stationed overseas during conflicts to marry through an attorney-in-fact acting under power of attorney, provided original documentation is presented in person.

Allows county clerks to issue marriage licenses when parties are unable to appear in person due to hospitalization, incarceration, or other sufficient reasons, with notarized signatures and affidavits from the solemnizing official.