The Human Rights Campaign in New York
The achievement of marriage equality in New York is thanks to four primary factors: the bold and strategic leadership of an immensely popular governor, Andrew Cuomo; the most aggressive state legislative advocacy campaign ever in gay rights history; courageous Republicans wanting to be on the right side of history; and public opinion shifting in favor of marriage equality.
Governor Cuomo has signed the bill, and the law will go into effect on July 24.
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What's Next?
When does the marriage equality law take effect? What rights will same-sex married couples receive? Learn answers to frequently asked questions. |
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Video Campaign
Dozens of New Yorkers - everyday people and celebrities alike - recorded video testimonials in support of marriage equality in New York. |
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HRC's Work in New York
From its New Yorkers for Marriage Equality video campaign to its coalition work, HRC was a major force in the fight for marriage equality in the Empire State. |
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Campaign News
LGBT news outlets and the mainstream media have been following the New Yorkers for Marriage Equality campaign every step of the way. |