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The State of Illinois is adding a section for gay travelers to its tourism web site.
Gov. Pat Quinn announced the launch of “Pride Illinois” on Saturday at a Gala for EqIl.
The section will list gay-owned or gay-friendly accommodations, events and travel destinations, among other things.
It’s unclear how concise this page will be – or if only members who pay can promote their business on the page.
The governor signed legislation in January 2011 granting same-sex couples SIMILAR legal rights as married couples. Illinois is the sixth state to allow civil unions.
Last week a bill was introduced for Gay Marriage in Illinois.
So Gay Marriage could be coming to Illinois soon!
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