Czech Republic Parliament Rejects Same-Sex Marriage

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The lower house of Parliament in the Czech Republic rejected same-sex marriage but affirmed existing partnerships for gay couples. The legislation also prohibits same-sex couples from adopting children.

Key Points

  • Parliament rejected same-sex marriage but approved partnerships for gay couples.
  • President Petr Pavel, who supports same-sex marriage, needs to approve the legislation.
  • The Czech Republic allows registered partnerships for same-sex couples since 2006.

Pros

  • Existing partnerships for gay couples were affirmed.
  • President Petr Pavel supports same-sex marriage.

Cons

  • Same-sex couples are not allowed to adopt children.
  • Some LGBTQ activists view the partnerships as a second-tier status.