Lawmakers in Estonia on Tuesday approved a bill that will extend marriage rights to same-sex couples in the country. The marriage equality bill passed by a 55-34 vote margin.

Estonia will become the first Baltic country and the first former Soviet republic to allow same-sex couples to legally marry. “It’s official: Estonia has legalized marriage equality.

We join other Nordic nations with this historic decision,” tweeted Prime Minister Kaja Kallas. “I’m proud of my country. We’re building a society where everyone’s rights are respected and people can love freely.” Kallas in her tweet noted the bill will take effect in 2024.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken echoed Kallas. “Congratulations to the people and government of Estonia on the passage of marriage equality legislation and the recognition of same-sex families,” tweeted Blinken. “In this historic moment, the United States is proud to stand with you in support of LGBTQI+ communities everywhere.” The post Estonian lawmakers approve marriage equality bill appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.

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