The 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 68 proposes a constitutional amendment to repeal Section 13 of Article XIII of the state constitution, which currently defines marriage as exclusively between one man and one woman. This amendment aims to eliminate the legal restrictions on marriage and recognizes the validity of marriages beyond this traditional definition, including those of same-sex couples. Additionally, it seeks to invalidate the provision that prohibits the recognition of any legal status similar to marriage for unmarried individuals.
For the proposed amendment to take effect, it must be adopted by two successive legislatures and subsequently ratified by the voters in a general election. The resolution has been introduced by a group of senators and representatives and is currently referred to the Committee on Licensing, Regulatory Reform, State and Federal Affairs for further consideration. If approved, the amendment will be published for three months prior to the next general election, allowing the public to vote on the change.