The Democratic controlled Colorado Senate has passed legislation to create civil unions for same-sex couples. Unlike last year, the measure鈥檚 passage is all but certain this session.
The bill was voted on and passed with little fanfare today. On Friday, debating the legislation.
The bill鈥檚 co-sponsor, , says civil unions aren鈥檛 just equal rights for gay and lesbian couples. He says it鈥檚 also about the worthiness of people鈥檚 lives, loves and dignity. , the bill's other sponsor took to twitter today.
Senate passing 2day! Can't say exactly how long we've waited 4 this, but it feels like justice rolling down the mountain
— State Sen. Lucia Guzman (@SenGuzman)
Opponents of civil unions, including most Republicans in the Colorado legislature worry civil unions will violate the traditional family structure.
was the only Republican to join all of the chamber鈥檚 Democrats with a yes vote.
The Democratic controlled house will take up the bill next week. Democratic Governor John if the civil unions legislation reaches his desk he will sign it into law.
