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Gay Marriage Bill Stalls in NH

Negotiations expected as it goes back to committee

By Ambreen Ali, Newser User

Posted May 20, 2009 3:44 PM CDT

(Newser) – New Hampshire’s same-sex marriage bill is back in limbo, WMUR reports. In a surprise move, the state House rejected the measure because of an amendment proposed by the governor to protect clergy whose beliefs preclude them from marrying gays. The measure isn't dead, however.... Read full story »

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