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GA SR167
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
RaShaun Kemp
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AI Summary
- Proposes a constitutional amendment to repeal Georgia's current definition of marriage as only between a man and a woman
- Redefines marriage as a union between any two persons legally authorized to marry, regardless of race, gender, or biological sex
- Requires both parties to be of sound mind, have no living spouse from a previously undissolved marriage, and not be related within prohibited degrees
- Requires Georgia to recognize interracial and same-sex marriages performed in other states, including granting courts jurisdiction over divorce and separate maintenance proceedings
- Must be submitted to Georgia voters for ratification or rejection on a ballot measure
Legislative Description
Recognition of Marriage; only the union of man and woman; repeal -CA
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
2/11/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/11/2025
Full Bill Text
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