- 4/1/01: The Netherlands becomes the first nation to legalize same-sex marriage.
- 1/1/98: Registered partnerships were introduced into law in the Netherlands.
- Where else is gay marriage legal? Explore same-sex marriage laws by region.
Same-Sex Marriage Laws In The Netherlands
A Summary of Same-Sex Marriage Laws In The Netherlands
By Ramon Johnson, About.com
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