After a record-breaking 39-hour filibuster attempt, the Missouri Senate has passed a bill on a proposal amending the Missouri Constitution to provide further religious protections for those objecting to gay marriage.
The measure would prohibit government penalties against business owners and individuals who cite a "sincere religious belief" while declining to provide services involving "expressional or artistic creation" for same-sex weddings.
It also would shield clergy and worship places that decline to participate in such weddings.
The debate began around 4:20 p.m. Monday. The bill passed with a 21-11 vote Wednesday morning.
The bill would have to go through the House and be approved by Missouri voters before amending the Constitution.