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Cypress City Council Calls on California State Legislature to Introduce and Pass Legislation to “End Child Marriage Under 18, No Exceptions”
The City of Cypress joined several other Orange County cities in adopting a resolution on March 24, 2026, calling on the California State Legislature to introduce and pass legislation ending child marriage under age 18, with no exceptions.
The California Coalition to End Child Marriage, convened by Global Hope 365, works to raise awareness of California laws that may allow minors to marry. The Coalition and its partners advocate for legislation establishing 18 as the minimum age to marry, without exceptions for parental consent or judicial approval. The American Medical Association has also called for an end to child marriage.
Key Details
- As of early 2026, 16 states had prohibited marriage under age 18 with no exceptions: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia and Washington.
- These states removed exceptions for parental consent or judicial approval that previously allowed minors to marry.
- In states without such a prohibition, minors may still be permitted to marry with parental or judicial consent, although some states have established minimum ages such as 16 or 17.
Contact Your State Representative
Residents are encouraged to contact their state representatives regarding legislation to end child marriage under age 18 with no exceptions.
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