NJ: No Sign of Gay Marriage on the Agenda

The push to legalize gay marriage in New Jersey could fail without a vote being cast in the Legislature. While the likelihood of a vote has yet to be determined, opponents of gay marriage are preparing to declare the measure dead while advocates insist there's still time to pass a law before the governor switch next month. Gov. Jon Corzine, a Democrat, says he'd sign the bill if lawmakers can get it to his desk while he's still in office. At noon Jan. 19, he'll be replaced by Republican Chris Christie, who says he would veto the bill. Gay marriage is recognized in four states: Connecticut, Iowa, Massachusetts and Vermont. A law to legalize it in New Hampshire takes effect Friday. The Washington, D.C., City Council voted last month to legalize gay marriage, but that law is still subject to congressional approval. Full Story from the Courier Post Online: http://www.courierpostonline.com/article/20091231/NEWS01/912310331/1006

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