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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 83(R)

Senate Bill 1317

Senate Author:  Whitmire

Effective:  9-1-13

House Sponsor:  Thompson, Senfronia


            Senate Bill 1317 amends the Family Code to authorize a retired judge of a municipal court and a retired judge or magistrate of a federal court of Texas to conduct a marriage ceremony. The bill extends the validity of a marriage license from 30 days to 89 days after the license issuance date.