A resolution urging the United States Supreme Court to restore the definition of marriage to a union between one man and one woman.
Impact
The resolution emphasizes the longstanding traditional view of marriage as between one man and one woman, stating that this definition has existed for over two thousand years. By urging the reversal of Obergefell, HR5001 aims to reassert state power and autonomy over marriage definitions. This could lead to legal ramifications for same-sex marriage recognition in North Dakota and potentially other states, depending on whether the Supreme Court echoes the resolution’s sentiments.
Summary
HR5001 is a resolution introduced in the North Dakota Legislative Assembly urging the United States Supreme Court to restore the definition of marriage as a union between one man and one woman. The bill critiques the Supreme Court's 2015 decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, claiming that it undermines the principles of the United States Constitution and misinterprets the concept of liberty. It argues that the decision contradicts the state constitutions and the will of voters, pushing for states to have the authority to define marriage according to their legislative decisions rather than federal mandates.
Contention
Supporters of HR5001 likely view the resolution as a necessary push to affirm traditional marriage values and restore what they see as rightful authority to the states. However, opponents may argue that the resolution promotes discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals and undermines equal rights. The call to re-evaluate the definition of marriage is contentious in modern socio-political discourse, raising significant debates about civil rights and state versus federal power.
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