S.459

Constitutional Repeal of Art. XIV Sec. 6

Introduced·3/24/25

Repeals a constitutional provision recognizing marriage between one man and one woman as the only valid domestic legal union in North Carolina.

This bill proposes to amend the North Carolina Constitution by repealing a provision that recognizes marriage between one man and one woman as the only valid domestic legal union in the state. If passed, the amendment will be submitted to voters in the November 2026 general election. If approved by a majority of voters, the amendment will become effective on January 1, 2027, and the Secretary of State will enroll it among the permanent records. This change does not affect private contracts or court adjudications related to such contracts.

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History

Mar 25, 2025

Senate

Passed 1st Reading

Mar 25, 2025

Senate

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

Mar 24, 2025

Senate

Filed