Hawaii Senate Sets Session On Gay Marriage Bill for Tuesday

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The Hawaii state Senate will convene Tuesday at 10 a.m. to consider the House’s proposed amendments to same-sex marriage legislation.

“The Senate is currently reviewing the proposed House amendments to Senate Bill 1,” said Senator Clayton Hee, who lead Senate Bill 1‘s passage through his chamber. “Each member will evaluate the House Draft and we will meet to discuss the next appropriate step for the Senate to consider.”

He added, “I believe each member understands the weight of justice embodied in this legislative proposal. I also believe the Senate will act in the best interest in the State of Hawaii and in concurrence with the constitutions of the United States and Hawaii.”

The Senate floor session will be broadcast live on Oahu on Channel 55 (OAHU) and live to the Neighbor Islands. Rebroadcast times and dates will be announced when the information becomes available.

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Photo: In the Senate gallery, Nov. 8, 2013. (Civil Beat)

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