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How Will Marriage Laws Change in 2026? Legislation to Watch

2026 marriage legislation: See how marriage laws are changing in your state, including bills on same-sex marriage, child marriage bans, marriage license applications and fees, and wedding officiant laws.

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Virginia Voters Could Repeal Same-Sex Marriage Ban in November 2026

Virginia voters will decide in November 2026 whether to repeal the state’s same-sex marriage ban and add permanent constitutional protections for marriage equality.

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2D & AI Wedding Glossary: Defining What it Means to Marry Fictional & Custom Characters

Learn simple definitions and concepts of the AI & 2D wedding trend, including the meaning of fictosexual, AI companions, oshi, waifu, and more.

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Proposed Florida “Marriage Fraud” Law: What Immigrants & Wedding Officiants Should Know

Learn about a new "marriage fraud" law being considered in Florida: 2026 FL HB485 / S1316.

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The Best Central Florida Wedding Venues for Your Budget, According to a Local Insider

Explore the best wedding venues in Central Florida for every budget! Insider tips from local videographer Rob Chiola reveal charming barns, elegant estates, and offbeat spots you'll love near Orlando, Daytona Beach, and the surrounding region.

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2026 Wedding Dates to Make Your PTO Go Farther With a 4-Day Weekend!

Plan a fun-filled long-weekend wedding & get the most out of your PTO with these 2026 wedding dates! A strategic date makes it easier for your guests to attend, cuts down on costs, and keeps the celebration going longer for everyone.

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Follow these simple steps to perform marriage for friends and family.

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Wisconsin Legislators Consider Banning Child Marriage in 2026

Wisconsin may ban child marriage in 2026, raising the legal age to 18 and easing divorce or annulment for married minors. Learn more about the minimum marriage age and what to expect.

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Want to Become a Wedding Officiant With Integrity, Confidence & Great Professional Boundaries? 

Learn ethical wedding officiant best practices, modern wedding officiant etiquette, and tips to create a strong business and professional boundaries with 'Ceremonies with Integrity,' a new guide for officiating inclusive, personalized wedding ceremonies.

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New Effort to Remove Michigan’s Same-Sex Marriage Ban From State Constitution

Michigan Sen. Moss introduces resolution to remove same-sex marriage ban from the state constitution, would allow voters opportunity to protect marriage rights for all families.

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Great News! Supreme Court Leaves Same-Sex Marriage Alone, Rejects Kim Davis Request

The Supreme Court declines Kim Davis’s appeal, leaving its 2015 ruling on same-sex marriage intact and protections for LGBTQ+ couples in place.

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New Officiant Script! Low-Key Gothic Wedding Ceremony Script

Create a romantic, low-key gothic wedding ceremony with this officiant script featuring Siouxsie lyrics, dark romance, and heartfelt vows.

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AMM Minister Performs ‘Hocus Pocus’ Celebrity Wedding in Salem

Salem wedding officiant Brian Sims (better known as character witch BORAH!) performs a fun & spooky Hocus Pocus theme wedding for star Larry Bagby & his partner Veronique Dumont! From a black flame candle to deadman's toes, don't miss this one!

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AMM Minister Hosts Wedding Planning Event for LGBTQ+ Couples in Ohio

Check out this LGBTQ+ friendly wedding planning workshop in Ohio! AMM interviews Officiant Brittany Wasson about a new event to help queer couples & allies plan authentic wedding ceremonies, with tips on finding affirming Ohio wedding vendors & venues.

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Omg: Did Justice Thomas Just Say Marriage Equality Isn’t a Given Anymore?

Justice Thomas questions whether or not SCOTUS should follow legal precedent, sparking concern over the future of same-sex marriage equality & Obergefell v. Hodges as a new Kim Davis v. Ermold appeal lurks in the distance.

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Should Same-Sex Couples Marry Before Supreme Court Revisits Obergefell?

The Supreme Court might revisit Obergefell v. Hodges. What could happen to same-sex marriage laws, and should same-sex couples marry before 2026? Take a look at what's at stake, and when changes could come.

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