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Senate Criminalizes Marital Rape
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The Senate passed a bill criminalizing marital rape to combat spousal abuse, with most states lacking similar laws.
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How might the passing of this bill impact the reporting and prosecution of marital rape cases nationwide?
In what ways could this legal development influence discussions around consent and autonomy within marriages?
What societal changes may result from the criminalization of marital rape in states lacking such laws?
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