Draft: Marriage Integrity Act

An Act to Define and Regulate Marriage in the United States

Section 1: Definition of Marriage

1. Legal Definition: Marriage is hereby defined as a legally binding contract entered into by two U.S. citizens over the age of 18 years.
2. Duration: This contract shall last for the duration of the life of the signatories, unless otherwise specified in this Act.

Section 2: Rights of Surviving Spouse

1. Contract Continuation: In the event of the death of one signatory, the surviving signatory may choose to void the contract or allow it to continue for the remainder of their life.
2. Notice Requirement: The surviving spouse must notify the appropriate legal authority of their decision within 30 days of the passing of the other party.

Section 3: Child-Related Provisions

1. Divorce Immunity: The marriage contract shall be immune to dissolution by divorce as long as the signatories have children under the age of 18.
2. Legal Guardianship: The welfare of the children shall be prioritized in all legal proceedings related to the marriage.

Section 4: Marriage for Minors

1. Eligibility: U.S. citizens aged 14 to 17 may enter into a marriage contract, provided:
   • All living and coherent parents or legal guardians provide written consent.
   • A marriage contract for minors is drafted and signed.
2. Contract Renewal: The minor marriage contract must be reviewed and renewed once both parties reach the age of 18.
3. Irrevocability: The minor marriage contract shall not be broken for any reason until renewed or the parties reach legal adulthood.

Section 5: Adultery Provisions

1. Definition of Adultery: Adultery shall be defined as consensual sexual relations outside of the marriage contract.
2. Legal Ramifications:
   • If one party is found guilty of adultery in a court of law, they shall face one of the following penalties:
     • Imprisonment until the expiration of the marriage contract.
     • Payment of no less than $250,000 to the other party.
     • If the net worth of the cheating party exceeds $250,000, 90% of their net worth shall be awarded to the other party.
3. Child Consideration: In cases involving children, the funds shall be divided equally among the children and the aggrieved party, in addition to covering all legal fees.

Section 6: Enforcement and Compliance

1. Jurisdiction: This Act shall be enforced in all states and territories of the United States.
2. Legal Framework: Courts shall have the authority to interpret and apply this Act in accordance with existing state and federal laws.

Section 7: Severability

1. If any provision of this Act is found to be invalid or unconstitutional, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Section 8: Effective Date

1. This Act shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

This proposed Act aims to provide clarity and structure around marriage, ensuring the rights and responsibilities of all parties are clearly defined while emphasizing the importance of family stability.