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Clerks tell committee allowing deputy county clerks to perform weddings would expand service
Summary
County clerks testified in support of House Bill 3386, which would allow deputy county clerks to officiate civil marriage ceremonies; proponents said demand exceeds current clerk capacity and the change would improve access to affordable ceremonies.
County clerks testified before the Senate Rules Committee in favor of House Bill 3386, which would allow a county clerk to authorize a deputy to solemnize marriages.
Dan Loomis, Douglas County clerk, told the committee the change would add flexibility and help clerks meet public demand for civil wedding ceremonies. "Modifying the statute to allow deputy county clerks to…
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