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Bill Would Waive Marriage Waiting Period For Military

Story Published: May 31, 2012 at 2:01 PM EDT

Story Updated: May 31, 2012 at 2:01 PM EDT

The New York State Senate has passed a bill which waives the 24-hour waiting period for military members to get married after receiving a marriage license.

This would apply to military members who are scheduled for deployment in less than 30 days.

Under current law, couples must wait at least 24 hours after getting a marriage license before they marry.

This legislation would allow those members of the military who are going to be deployed in less than 30 days to get married in a more timely manner.

A similar waiver was granted to military personnel during the Vietnam War, but that has since expired.

The bill will be sent to the Assembly.

See news release
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
, Watertown, NY

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