Constitutional amendment to eliminate provisions relating to marriage and marriage licenses
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to remove Nebraska's current constitutional language regarding marriage and marriage licenses (Article I, section 29). If approved by voters in November 2026, it would eliminate the existing constitutional provisions that define marriage recognition and marriage licenses within the state. The amendment would require voter approval through a statewide ballot measure, as specified in Nebraska's Constitution. This change would directly affect how marriage is constitutionally recognized in Nebraska, replacing the current language with no new provisions.
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Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 10, 2025
Last action Apr 17, 2026
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Apr 17, 2026
Committee
Indefinitely postponed
legislature
Jan 14, 2025
Committee
Referred to Judiciary Committee
legislature
Jan 10, 2025
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Date of introduction
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Machaela Cavanaugh
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