The measure must be signed by Uruguay 's president . Legislators in France and the United Kingdom are among lawmakers worldwide weighing proposals to legalize same-sex marriage . If approved , Uruguay will become the second Latin American country to legalize same-sex marriage . Comment: Backers say it 's a matter of recognizing inherent human rights .
The measure must be signed by Uruguay 's president . If approved , Uruguay will become the second Latin American country to legalize same-sex marriage . Comment: Backers say it 's a matter of recognizing inherent human rights .