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JP Appointments

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      It is frustrating that the same political maneuvering that led to our research on Connecticut’s appointment process is what ultimately killed the bill to raise the qualifications of marriage officiants in Connecticut. Nonetheless, we’re making progress. We had tons of participation on our Zoom Q&A presentation in March. Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas was persuaded by our white paper, and she proposed the initial legislation to create a working group to evaluate JP Appointments in Connecticut. Now an ally, we are working together along with some legislators to reintroduce a bill in 2024. 2024 Legislation We are working with the Secretary […]

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New Britain Herald: 10/25/2008

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Justices Welcome Same-Sex Marriages Saturday, October 25, 2008 By: Jennifer Sprague DURHAM – Justices of the peace from throughout the state weighed in on the issue of same-sex marriage Saturday at their annual conference, held at Durham Town Hall. Although town clerks were told by the state’s Department of Public Health that Tuesday is the official release date of the court’s gay-marriage decision, Ben Klein, attorney for the Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders, said Oct. 10 same-sex couples will not be able to wed until mid-November. Regardless of the effective date, town clerks have not been told when the […]

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New Hampshire Testimony 2019

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Special Marriage Officiants JPus’ Oral Testimony In response to our membership’s opposition to the New Hampshire special marriage officiant bill, JPus testified in person three times to the legislature; we provided alternative solutions that would satisfy all stakeholders. We also submitted written testimony, and eventually the bill died in conference. JPus’ Written Testimony January 16, 2019 to the House Judiciary Committee March 6, 2019 to the House Ways and Means Committee April 23, 2019 to the Senate Judiciary Committee May 30, 2019 to all members of the Senate Related Links Why JPus got involved in the special marriage officiant bill. Read all about the […]

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The Day: 9/25/2005

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‘Party 1’ And ‘Party 2’ Soon Will Get To Say ‘I Do’ Published September 25. 2005 12:01AM | Updated December 17. 2009 3:35PM By Karin Crompton, Development/Transportation/Demographics Reporter The scene: two men stand before a justice of the peace or a minister. It is a civil-union ceremony, and they have said their “I do’s” and exchanged rings. The officiant turns to the couple. “I now pronounce you …” Pronounce you what? Language, or terminology, is but one of the details facing JPs, town clerks and couples themselves as Oct. 1 draws near. Saturday marks the day when a new state law allowing […]

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Coalition Launches New Website

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The Coalition to End Child Marriage launched a new website last month to formalize its collaborative activities. JPus is a founding member of the coalition. Its JPs and notary members are strongly opposed to officiating a marriage involving minor children. More information about JPus’ advocacy in this area is available here.

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Changes to the Laws

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Don’t be caught behind the times. Stay current on new laws that affect JPs and notaries. Connecticut Gender Neutral Terms on Marriage License Effective July 1, 2021, the terms Bride and Groom are no longer on Connecticut marriage licenses, replaced with Spouse 1 and Spouse 2. Read how JPus took action to make this validating change happen. Race Information Not Collected The marriage license application will no longer seek a couple’s race, effective July 1, 2021. Probate Judge Required for 16, 17 Year Olds to Marry Effective October 1, 2017, in addition to parental consent, anyone under the age of […]

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Child Marriage Press Conference in CT

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JPus was honored when Connecticut Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz invited its managing member to speak at her press conference imploring the end of child marriage in Connecticut. On March 13, 2023, Loretta Jay joined child marriage survivors, other advocates, State Legislators, the DCF Commissioner and the Lt. Governor to urge the passage of HB6569.   Related Links Legislative activity in Connecticut to end child marriage, including JPus’ testimony to legislators. Information and a link to view JPus’ panel discussion about child marriage in Connecticut. Landing page for JPus activity involving child marriage in all of our states. Education and training for officiants about child and […]

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Holiday Networking in CT

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This event has ended. Please visit our Event Page for Upcoming Activities. Mix and Mingle with your fellow JPs and town clerks. We hope to see you at our Networking Event Wednesday December 19, 5-7:00pm at Bertucci’s in Newington, CT Getting together with our colleagues creates new opportunities and connections – and it’s fun! JPs, town clerks and other stakeholders are all invited to attend. This will be a terrific opportunity to meet and connect with our fellow officiants, municipal and state leaders on a social level. Let’s build upon our shared interests and find new ones. Getting to know some of the others […]

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Litchfield County, Connecticut

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The bucolic hills and serene landscapes of Litchfield County provide lovely aura for your special wedding ceremony. Elegant and true, there are museums and historical gardens full of culture. Whether it is a destination wedding or this beautiful area is already your home, there are so many reasons to choose this area for your special day. Unsure what is the right place for you? Let your JP know what you are looking for, and he or she will likely have suggestions. Find a Wedding Officiant in Litchfield County Barkhamsted CT Bethlehem CT Bridgewater CT Canaan CT Colebrook CT Cornwall CT […]

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Gender Neutral Terms

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All of the New England states that JPus is active in use gender-neutral terms on marriage licenses. However, this wasn’t always the case. The History We were pleased to learn that in 2019 Maine started using gender-neutral terms when referring to marriage or familial relationships. This prompted JPus to conduct a quick survey of the other states that we serve, asking what terminology was used. Vermont and New Hampshire allow couples to check a box indicating bride/groom/spouse, and only the term checked is on the license. Massachusetts uses gender neutral terms: Party A and Party B. At the time, Connecticut’s […]

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Child Marriage Workshop – Connecticut

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February 16, 2023 at 6:00 PM Join the Justice of the Peace Association and the National Association of Social Workers – CT for an interactive workshop that exposes the harm of child marriage and efforts underway to end it in Connecticut. Esteemed panelists will highlight the social, emotional, and ethical problems connected with child marriage, the need for “brightline” (no exceptions) laws, and what Connecticut marriage officiants, clerks and citizens can do to advocate for change. Read more and registration.

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New Britain Herald: 11/11/2006

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JP conference grows By: Francine Maglione, Herald Staff 11/11/2006 NEW BRITAIN – One year after Connecticut legalized civil unions, justices of the peace are more popular than ever. On Nov. 18, hundreds of justices of the peace will converge on Central Connecticut State University to attend the second annual Justice of the Peace Conference. The conference will take place in the Constitution Room in the university’s Memorial Hall, and is hosted by the Justice of the Peace Association, located in Westport. “We’re trying to build a community of justices of the peace,” said Barbara Jay, president of the Justice of […]

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