Politics & Government
Sen. Metzen Votes 'Yes' on Same-Sex Marriage Bill
The bill passed by 37-30 vote. Gov. Mark Dayton's office announced a signing ceremony set for 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 14.
The state Senate passed a bill Monday that will make Minnesota the 12th state in the nation to allow same-sex couples to marry. Mendota Height's Sen. Jim Metzen voted in favor of the bill.
The bill passed by 37-30 vote, and Gov. Mark Dayton announced a signing ceremony planned for 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 14.
Last week, Mendota Heights representatives — Rep. Joe Atkins (D-52B) and Rep. Rick Hansen (D-52A) — both voted in favor of the bill in the lower chamber.
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