The Netherlands was first country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2001 . After a marriage equality bill passed two readings in Parliament -- the latest in March by a 77-44 margin -- the third and final vote is widely expected to be a formality . Several countries have pending legislation and may join that group soon . Comment:
The Netherlands was first country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2001 . Several countries have pending legislation and may join that group soon . Comment: