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1377 DAYS AGO | 3.9.2022
New York considers one-day marriage officiant designation
See what’s next: Lawmakers in New York are once again considering legislation to designate lay individuals (non clergy) as one-day marriage officiants, autho...
1378 DAYS AGO | 3.8.2022
Will Rhode Island abolish common law marriage?
Rhode Island legislators consider abolishing common-law marriage with the introduction of House Bill H7900.
1384 DAYS AGO | 3.2.2022
New! Puerto Rico Marriage Laws Available in Spanish & English
See Puerto Rico Marriage Laws for wedding officiants and couples in both Spanish and English translation, and visit the American Marriage Ministries marriage...
1398 DAYS AGO | 2.16.2022
Everything You Need to Know About Montana’s Double Proxy Marriages
Learn about Montana’s proxy and double proxy marriage laws, including the requirements for military partners and residents, the pros and cons of proxy weddin...
1405 DAYS AGO | 2.9.2022
Va. Republicans block bill to remove same-sex marriage ban from state constit...
House Republicans in Virginia just voted down a bill to amend the state's Constitution that would have removed a defunct ban against same-sex marriage and co...
1407 DAYS AGO | 2.7.2022
Is it Legal to Officiate a Blockchain or Metaverse Wedding? Good question.
An emerging trend in blockchain metaverse weddings has industry pros and wedding officiants wondering whether it’s legal to officiate these virtual ceremonie...
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1417 DAYS AGO | 1.28.2022
Legislation Roundup: Proposed Changes to Marriage Laws in 2022
Learn about state legislation introduced in 2022 that could change how to register as an ordained minister to officiate a wedding, how to apply for a marriag...
1431 DAYS AGO | 1.14.2022
Virtual marriage services now available in Orange County, CA
The Orange County Clerk-Recorder office announced that virtual marriage services are now available to engaged couples in the county. California is one of sev...
1433 DAYS AGO | 1.12.2022
Rhode Island Marriage Laws Update - One Day Officiant Certification
See the most recent update to Rhode Island Marriage Laws for one day wedding officiant certification, and visit American Marriage Ministries marriage laws li...
1434 DAYS AGO | 1.11.2022
Missouri lawmakers consider codifying same-sex marriage and provisions for co...
Legislators in Missouri will discuss a bill to codify same-sex marriage in state laws, and new legal provisions for covenant marriage. (HJR84 ; HB1693)
1434 DAYS AGO | 1.11.2022
NJ codifies same-sex marriage, protects right to marry
NJ legislators passed a bill to codify same-sex marriage and protect marriage equality. All NJ state laws concerning marriage and civil union will now be rea...
1438 DAYS AGO | 1.7.2022
MD Legislators discuss virtual marriage in Anne Arundel County
Legislators in Maryland discuss a new measure to allow couples in Anne Arundel County to apply for a marriage license or participate in a marriage ceremony o...
1463 DAYS AGO | 12.13.2021
How many times can you get married in each state?
Learn how many times you can get married in each US state, whether there's a limit to how many times you can remarry, and how state marriage laws govern biga...
1468 DAYS AGO | 12.8.2021
Wisconsin shortens waiting period for marriage, allows licenses to be used an...
Learn about upcoming changes to Wisconsin marriage laws, including changes to the marriage waiting period, residency requirements, and marriage license expir...
1501 DAYS AGO | 11.5.2021
How to Get Married in Arkansas - Planning a wedding in The Natural State
A step-by-step guide to getting married in Arkansas - from finding an officiant and choosing a wedding venue, to how to apply for, complete, and return your ...