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February 24, 2011
Montana Counseling Measure Fails
A Republican lawmaker wants to require couples with children under the age of 18 to undergo marriage counseling before getting a divorce.
Representative Tom McGillvray's bill would require couples to attend seven meetings with a counselor. He says divorce is ruining young children's lives and he wants parents to think twice before getting a divorce.
"I don't want you telling me what I can and can't do in my married life. I'm sure not going to tell anyone what they can and can't do in their married life. Last time I heard, we lived in a free country, people can make their own decisions," countered Rep. Edie McClafferty (D-Butte)
The bill died on the House floor in a 60-40 vote.
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What a great idea, even though it infringes on an individuals fundamental rights.
Posted by: Marriage Counseling in Baton Rouge | Feb 25, 2011 11:12:58 AM
