Marriage Equality Signed into Law in MD, But Referendum May Ensue
March 2, 2012 
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Earlier this week, Governor O’Malley (D) of Maryland signed legislation enacting marriage equality. Over the course of the past month, the number of states that now allow for same-sex marriage – thanks to the Washington and Maryland state governments – has increased from six to eight (plus the District of Columbia).
However, due to a provision of the bill that prevents it from taking effect until January 2013 – ten months from now – marriage equality in Maryland may be tenuous. The window may provide opponents the time they need to get enough signatures to bring the issue to a referendum in November before marriages can begin.
Keep checking RACblog for more updates on marriage equality and the status of the new Maryland law.
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