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Newsom signs bill banning forced marriage in California

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation aimed at ending forced marriages and related human rights abuses in California.

Published Oct 2, 2026, 5:45 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill banning forced marriage in California. Advocates hope the measure will help end human rights abuses associated with marriage.