The New York Legislature tonight approved same sex marriage. The legislation was supported strongly by Governor Andrew Cuomo as part of his campaign platform. Same sex marriage will be valid in NY, incl. NY City, 30 days after signing by the Governor which he promised to do tonight. NY does not have a residence requirement for a marriage license. Marriages conducted in NY State will be recognized by all 50 states and the Federal government. Republicans dropped opposition allowing the bill out of committee where it passed on the floor 33-29.
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