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DENVER — A bill granting civil unions for same-sex couples in Colorado has taken another step forward in the state legislature as it nears a final debate on the House floor.
The bill cleared the House Finance Committee on Wednesday on a 7-6 party-line vote with Republicans in opposition.
The proposal, approved by the House Judiciary Committee last week, is expected to clear the Appropriations Committee when it meets on Friday, and be voted on by the full House next week, the last step before the governor’s desk.
Democrats have the votes to pass the bill, and Gov. John Hickenlooper, who has called for the legislation to be passed this year, has pledged to sign it.
The bill, sponsored by out gay lawmakers Speaker of the House Mark Ferrandino and state Rep. Sue Schafer, would establish state recognition for same-sex couples. Both are Democrats.
Republicans say the proposal violates the will of voters who banned same-sex marriage in 2006. Democrats say public opinion has changed since then, and that civil unions is not marriage equality.
The state Senate passed the bill last month.
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Civil Unions are not acceptable. Not the same as Full Equality!
Woop Woop! Go Colorado! (But seriously just legalize Marriage)
I thought they killed this bill
Civil Unions turn into full marriage equality quickly in most states. I say YAY!
They will once the supreme court rules!
Woo hoo!! We are so getting this done, straight allies
Demand marriage not civil unions! not the same !!!
Yeah Donald but always take what advances you can get!
You’re right. It’s not marriage equality. And I live in CO, but I’ll take what crumbs they give us until SCOTUS eventually gives us our rights (if ever). But that’s what it’s gonna take.
“These Same Things,” is a protest against Prop 8 (Cali) & now DOMA. I wrote this song as an anthem for equal rights.
I raised my voice to spread awareness & to motivate others (like u) to raise your voice & stand up for equality & love.
Take a moment to watch the photo video & listen to the lyrics of the song. Share it with your friends, family & anyone else u feel may help to make a difference.
Wishing u all #love, #peace & #equality.
http://youtu.be/NtJCe22Ol6c