The proposed Constitutional amendment banning same sex marriage known as HJR-3 is one of the most controversial pieces of legislation the General Assembly is considering this session. Universities, corporations and individuals have spoke out against it. Political organizations have focused on it, and yesterday it passed through committee and will now be heard on the House floor.

This week on Noon Edition we're discussing this controversial bill and the moral, economic and social impact it is having on our state.

Joining us for the conversation is IU Political Science professor Marjorie Hershey and state senator Mark Stoops.

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