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Same Sex Marriage Statutes in Alaska (1998)

Certain states in recent history have passed same laws regarding same sex marriages or unions. Following is the current statute for the state of Alaska

Same-sex marriages.

(a)A marriage entered into by persons of the same sex,either under common law or under statute,that is recognized by another state or foreign jurisdiction is void in this state,and contractual rights granted by virtue of the marriage,including its termination,are unenforceable in this state.

(b)A same-sex relationship may not be recognized by the state as being entitled to the benefits of marriage.
Alaska Stat.�25.05.013

To be valid or recognized in this State.a marriage may exist only between one man and one woman.

1998 SJR 42 (constitutional amendment)

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