D.C. Council Approves Gay Marriage in 11-2 Vote
David Sessions
Washington Reporter
Posted:
12/15/09
The Council of the District of Columbia voted Tuesday to legalize same-sex marriage in the city. The vote, anticipated to hand a victory to gay marriage supporters after a string of defeats, could allow same-sex couple to begin marrying as early as March of next year.
Congress has 30 days to overturn the vote, but Democratic leaders have expressed hesitance to overturn the council's vote. D.C. mayor Adrian Fenty has long promised to sign the bill.
Two council members voted "I do," prompting applause from the packed chamber, the Associated Press reported. One of the no votes came from former mayor Marion Barry, now a council member.
Congress has 30 days to overturn the vote, but Democratic leaders have expressed hesitance to overturn the council's vote. D.C. mayor Adrian Fenty has long promised to sign the bill.
Two council members voted "I do," prompting applause from the packed chamber, the Associated Press reported. One of the no votes came from former mayor Marion Barry, now a council member.