North Carolina H174 legalizes same-sex marriage and prohibits discrimination based on sex, gender, or sexual orientation.
North Carolina H174, the Marriage Equality Act, codifies marriage equality by legally recognizing the union of two consenting individuals regardless of sex, gender, or sexual orientation. It mandates equal treatment under state laws and policies for all married couples. The act prohibits denial of services, benefits, rights, or responsibilities related to marriage based on sex, gender, or sexual orientation. Public officials are required to issue marriage licenses and perform civil marriages without discrimination.
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