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MO HB1337
Bill
Status
3/12/2015
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Pogue
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AI Summary
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Repeals and reenacts section 451.100, RSMo, regarding persons authorized to solemnize marriages in Missouri.
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Maintains existing authority for active or retired clergy in good standing with churches or synagogues, judges (including municipal judges), and religious societies/institutions/organizations to solemnize marriages.
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Adds new provision allowing any person authorized to solemnize marriages to refuse solemnization if it contradicts their religious beliefs or sincerely held moral convictions.
Legislative Description
Allows a person authorized to solemnize marriages to refuse to solemnize a marriage which is contrary to the religious beliefs or sincerely held moral convictions of such person
Last Action
Referred: Children and Families(H)
5/15/2015