Minnesota authorizes same-sex marriage

Starting August 1, 2013, same-sex couples may legally marry in Minnesota.

Governor Mark Dayton signed the enabling legislation on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 after the bill easily passed the Minnesota House by a vote of 75-59.

Minnesota is the 12th state to authorize same-sex marriage.

See David Bailey, Minnesota Senate passes same-sex marriage bill, NBCNews.com, May 13, 2013 and AP, Minnesota governor signs same-sex marriage bill, CBSNews.com, May 14, 2013.