The Justice of the Peace Association continues to advocate to end child marriage in every state where we are active. On March 31, 2025, Maine’s Joint Judiciary Committee held a public hearing on LB1185. JPus testified orally, and submitted written testimony, below.
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- This Portland Press Herald news story cited the Justice of the Peace Association and its managing member Loretta Jay’s position opposing child marriage.
- Information about our advocacy for officiants about child and forced marriage.
- Education and training for officiants about child and forced marriage
- JPus has been on the forefront of legislative activity to end child marriage in other states
- Follow our state-by-state changes to marriage laws
- Membership voted to join the Coalition to End Child Marriage
- Working with our partners amplifies our voice and helps achieve our goals