Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Rhode Island Lawmakers Back Funeral Rights for Gays

The Associated Press
January 5, 2010
Rhode Island lawmakers voted Tuesday to allow gay and lesbian couples the right to plan the funerals of their deceased partners, overriding a veto by the governor. The override enjoyed support from several Republican lawmakers as it passed 67-3 in the House and 31-3 in the Senate. [Link]

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