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Illinois House Votes in Favor of Gay Marriage

Illinois will be the 15th state to allow same-sex marriage.

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The Illinois House of Representatives has voted to approve same-sex marriage, according to the Associated Press and various news agencies.

The House voted 61-54 Tuesday to allow same-sex couples to marry. The legislation goes to the Senate for minor changes, but the deal is virtually done.

Illinois will be the 15th state to allow same-sex marriage.

Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns and St. Charles Mayor Ray Rogina were among seven area mayors to sign a letter endorsing the legislation.

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