R.I. Lawmakers Override Governor’s Veto

On their first day back at work, Rhode Island lawmakers overrode Governor Carcieri’s veto bill to grant funeral decision-making rights to same-sex couples.

The House — and then the Senate — voted to override Republican Carcieri’s veto of a bill giving domestic partners the right to claim the bodies of — and make funeral arrangements for — their loved ones.

The House vote was 67 to 3 and the Senate vote was 29 to 3.

[ The Providence Journal ]