HRES 248
Recognizing the contributions of Clela Rorex, pioneering county clerk who advanced civil rights for all couples seeking to be married in 1975.
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This resolution honors Clela Rorex, a pioneering county clerk who issued the first same-sex marriage license in the United States in 1975. Rorex faced significant opposition and threats for her actions, which were groundbreaking at a time when same-sex marriage was not legally recognized. The resolution acknowledges her bravery and lasting impact on the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and civil liberties. It also supports the designation of Clela Rorex Day.
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Ann M. Kuster
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