Australia's Parliament has voted to legalize gay marriage.
The bill defines marriage as 'a union between two persons.' It should become law in about a month.
Churches, religious organizations and existing ministers are not required to perform gay wedding ceremonies.
However, ministers who are licensed after the law passes will have to perform same-sex wedding ceremonies or be in violation of anti-discrimination laws.
Australian lawmakers rejected amendments to the bill protecting freedom of speech and religion.
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