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Virginia repeals same-sex marriage ban from state constitution

Virginia repeals same-sex marriage ban from state constitution

Summary

Virginia voters approved a constitutional amendment repealing the state constitution’s restriction of marriage to a man and a woman, Decision Desk HQ projected. The amendment also bars the state from denying two adults a marriage license because of their sex, gender or race.

Key Facts

  • Virginia voters approved the measure, according to a Decision Desk HQ projection.
  • The measure repeals language in Virginia’s state constitution restricting marriage to a man and a woman.
  • The amendment bars the state from denying a marriage license to two adults because of their sex.
  • The amendment also bars denial of a marriage license because of gender or race.
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