Gov. Kathleen Sebelius today said she saw no reason for an amendment to the state Constitution that specifies that marriage must be between a man and a woman.

She said Kansas law already says the same thing, and prohibits recognition in Kansas of gay marriages in other jurisdictions.

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“Our law seems pretty clear and unless it’s challenged and struck down, I’m not sure we need any further clarification,” Sebelius said.

A proposed constitutional amendment prohibiting same-sex marriages has been filed in the state Legislature.

To pass, an amendment must be approved by a two-thirds vote in the House and Senate, and then by a majority of voters statewide.

Earlier this week, Massachusetts’ high court said gays are entitled to marry.

For more on this story, pick up a copy of Saturday’s Journal-World.