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Maine Statutes. Tit. 19-A, Part 2, Chap. 23. Marriage. § 650. Findings and purposes A. The union of one man and one woman joined in traditional monogamous marriage is of inestimable value to society; the State has a compelling interest to nurture and promote the unique institution of traditional monogamous marriage in the support of harmonious families and the physical and mental health of children; and that the State has the compelling interest in promoting the moral values inherent in traditional monogamous marriage. §701. Prohibited marriages; exceptions 1. Marriage out of State to evade law. When residents of this State, with intent to evade this section and to return and reside here, go into another state or country to have their marriage solemnized there and afterwards return and reside here, that marriage is void in this State. 1-A. Certain marriages performed in another state not recognized in this State. Any marriage performed in another state that would violate any provisions of subsections 2 to 5 if performed in this State is not recognized in this State and is considered void if the parties take up residence in this State 5. Same sex marriage prohibited. Persons of the same sex may not contract marriage.
Susan Collins, Republican
State Public Policy Organizations Working on Marriage Issues
Christian Civic League of Maine
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