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VERMONT SECRETARY OF STATE - Jim Condos

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The Vermont legislature recently approved a marriage equality act permitting same-sex marriage in Vermont which takes effect September 1, 2009.

Read the text of Senate Bill 115
Frequently asked questions.
Summary provided by Vermont's legislature

We also suggest you review the following publications.

Getting Married in Vermont - A publication of the Vermont Department of Health. For ceremonies to occur on or after September 1, 2009, click here.
Temporary officiant for a specific marriage in Vermont.
As of July 1, 2008, Vermont law allows the Vermont Secretary of State to authorize individuals to officiate at a specific marriage in Vermont.
Act 148 - Law pertaining to temporary officiants

Completing the Civil Marriage Certificate: Guidelines for Officiants
A publication of the Vermont Department of Health (for ceremonies on or after September 1, 2009).

The Vermont Justice of the Peace Guide (PDF format)
A publication reviewing the role and functions of Vermont’s Justices of the Peace and the laws that apply to them.

Guide to Vermont’s Town Clerks, Treasurers and County Clerks
This guide provides contact information and office hours for town clerks, treasurers and county clerks and indicates the hours at which lister records and zoning records are available in each town.

State of Vermont Vital Statistics
Vermont Reports Relating To the Registry & Return Of Births, Deaths, Marriages, Divorces, Civil Unions & Dissolutions.

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