Gov Jim Douglas’ Veto Against Gay Marriage Overridden in Vermont

Governor Jim Douglas’ veto against gay marriage was overridden by Vermont Legislature today making Vermont the first state to legalize gay marriage by legislature vote. Governor Jim Douglas had vetoed the bill allowing gays and lesbians to marry on Monday evening.

The vote was 23-5  to override in the state Senate and 100-49 to override in the House. According to Vermont law two-thirds of each chamber had to vote for the override.

The gay victory makes the Green Mountain state the fourth state to permit same-sex marriage.