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Victory! As Illinois Becomes 15th Marriage State Lambda Legal Celebrates

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November 5, 2013

With a vote of 61-54, today the Illinois House of Representatives passed The Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act, a historic vote that sends the bill first to the Senate for a concurring vote and then to Governor Pat Quinn who has pledged to sign it.

See Also: Darby v. Orr, Marriage, Same-sex relationships
Timeline: Lambda Legal Fighting for Marriage in Illinois

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November 1, 2013

Lambda Legal has been fighting for the freedom to marry in Illinois for years — and we won't stop until all families are treated equally under the law. As the state legislature prepares to consider a marriage bill next week, here's a look back at some of the milestones on the road to equality.

See Also: Darby v. Orr, Marriage, Same-sex relationships
Rain or Shine, the Time for Marriage in Illinois is Now

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October 29, 2013

Last week, nearly five-thousand supporters of The Illinois Marriage Bill – SB 10 – descended upon Springfield, the Illinois state capitol. The Illinois March for Marriage Equality brought together many families and organizations, both local and national to urge our legislators to call the marriage bill for a vote. Among these organizations and supporters was Lambda Legal.
Every Day Counts in Illinois

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October 28, 2013

While the weather was cloudy and damp as we marched on Springfield last week, our spirit and commitment to the freedom to marry is burning bright.
Take Action: Join the March to Veto Session!

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October 17, 2013

This Tuesday, October 22nd, marks the beginning of the Illinois State Legislature fall veto session. This is our chance to push the Illinois House of Representatives to pass the marriage bill.

See Also: Darby v. Orr, Marriage, Same-sex relationships
Same-Sex Couples in Lambda Legal and ACLU Marriage Cases Win Day in Court

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September 27, 2013

Today a judge denied motions to dismiss our cases seeking the freedom to marry for same-sex couples in Illinois. We’re going to have our day in court to fight for dignity and equality for the 25 plaintiff couples represented in the lawsuits brought by Lambda Legal and the ACLU.

See Also: Darby v. Orr, March on Springfield, Marriage, Same-sex relationships
Illinois Marriage News Roundup

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August 7, 2013

An Illinois court heard oral arguments yesterday in Lambda Legal's lawsuit seeking marriage for same-sex couples in Illinois.

See Also: Darby v. Orr, Lambda Legal in the News, Marriage, Same-sex relationships