The Slovak Parliament approved a constitutional amendment defining marriage as a union between a man and a woman on September 26th, 2025, during a session that concluded around 9:00 AM UTC. This legislative action, aimed at prohibiting same-sex marriage, was passed with a significant majority, according to an alert from AFP. The amendment was approved by 90 votes out of 150 members of parliament, solidifying the traditional definition of marriage within the country's highest law. The vote occurred after a period of debate within the parliamentary session, which began earlier this morning. This constitutional change follows a trend of similar legislative measures in some European countries. The implications of this amendment for LGBT+ rights in Slovakia are expected to be significant, although further legislative or judicial interpretations may follow. The specific details of the amendment's implementation and its impact on existing partnerships are not yet fully elaborated. Previous discussions and political debates surrounding the definition of marriage in Slovakia have been ongoing, with various social and political groups expressing differing viewpoints. The final vote reflects the outcome of these protracted discussions within the Slovak political landscape.
