Delaware Fails Marriage Equality Amendment

Delaware’s House narrowly fell short of passing a constitutional amendment to enshrine same-gender marriage rights, falling two votes short with 25 in favor and 28 needed. Sponsor Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall switched her vote to “no” in a last-ditch effort to keep the bill alive, but it still failed. Lawmakers debated whether the amendment was redundant since marriage equality is already legally protected—or vital to permanently safeguard these rights. Some, like Rep. Kamela Smith, voted “yes” to uphold legal protections for all, while others, including Rep. Michael Smith, called it unnecessary. Rep. Josue Ortega cited constituent opposition for his “no.” The Attorney General called the defeat an “abdication of duty,” and with days left in session, the bill now heads to the Senate with uncertain odds of revival before the session ends. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8b3b608c6595a8e4