Florida lawmakers on Tuesday approved House Bill 7013, which would overturn the state's nearly 40-year ban on adoption by same-sex couples, after garnering bipartisan support for the bill. The measure, which contains an amendment introduced by openly gay state Rep. David Richardson, D-Miami, passed their respective chambers by veto-proof margins. The measure now awaits review by Republican Gov. Rick Scott.
"Follow the law that says we don't discriminate, and follow the law that gives these children a fair chance," said Republican state Sen. Don Gaetz, who sponsored the bill.
