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N.H. governor says he'll OK civil unions
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| Last Edited | The Sunset Provision Apr 19, 2007 12:05pm |
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| News Date | Thursday, April 19, 2007 06:00:00 PM UTC0:0 |
| Description | Gov. John Lynch said Thursday he will sign legislation establishing civil unions for gay couples in New Hampshire.
"I believe it is a matter of conscience, fairness and preventing discrimination," Lynch told The Associated Press.
New Hampshire would become the fourth state to adopt civil unions, following Connecticut, Vermont and New Jersey. Massachusetts established gay marriage.
Lynch had previously declined to take a public position on civil unions, though has supported expanding health benefits to same-sex partners of state workers. He came under fire from both sides for not weighing in — especially after a delay last week of the Senate vote on the House-passed bill.
The Senate votes next week, and Lynch said he is confident the legislation will pass. It would authorize civil unions beginning next year.
Fergus Cullen, the state Republican Party chairman, wasn't happy with the Democratic governor's decision.
"The Democrats are going too far, too fast, and Governor Lynch is going along with them," Cullen said. "These are not the actions of a moderate governor.
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