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Gay marriage moves to state House on 6-5 vote

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An Illinois House committee voted in favor of legalizing same-sex marriage Tuesday, setting up a showdown in the full House.

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Illinois House lawmakers set up a potential final showdown over legalizing same-sex marriage in the state. A committee gave preliminary approval to same-sex marriages by a 6-5 vote, and now it moves to the state House. “It will help families share love and commitment with each other,” said state Rep. Greg Harris, a Chicago Democrat. The Senate has already approved legalizing same-sex marriage.

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