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Oregon Bill Aims to End Child Marriage by 2030

3/14/2025

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Oregon's Senate Bill 548, championed by Rep. Mannix and Senators Brock Smith and Sollman, seeks to raise the marriage age to 18, tackling the serious issue of child marriage. With 17-year-olds currently able to wed with parental consent, this bill's passage marks a significant step towards protecting minors and advancing human rights, aligning with global efforts to end child marriage by 2030.

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Story summary

Oregon's Senate Bill 548, championed by Rep. Mannix and Senators Brock Smith and Sollman, seeks to raise the marriage age to 18, tackling the serious issue of child marriage. With 17-year-olds currently able to wed with parental consent, this bill's passage marks a significant step towards protecting minors and advancing human rights, aligning with global efforts to end child marriage by 2030.