News (World)

Italy: Lower House approves motion on same-sex civil unions

Italy: Lower House approves motion on same-sex civil unions

Italy

ANSA reports:

Italy’s Lower House on Wednesday approved a motion on same-sex civil unions promoted by the Democratic Party.

It was the first such motion from any party to gain the approval of MPs in the Lower House after several other motions were rejected.

The motion commits the government “to promote the adoption of a law on civil unions, particularly with regard to the condition of the people of same sex”.

It also commits the government “to ensure equal treatment throughout the nation” of civil unions.

Continue reading

Don't forget to share:

Support vital LGBTQ+ journalism

Reader contributions help keep LGBTQ Nation free, so that queer people get the news they need, with stories that mainstream media often leaves out. Can you contribute today?

Cancel anytime · Proudly LGBTQ+ owned and operated

Transgender student sues Virginia high school, citing restroom policy

Previous article

Boston mayor creates gender‑neutral restrooms at city hall

Next article