Same-Sex Marriage Bill Passes First Hurdle In British ParliamentPrime Minister David Cameron says it's "an important step forward."By by Jessica TestaBuzzFeed News ReporterPosted on February 5, 2013, 7:34 pmTwitterFacebookLink The bill was approved by a vote of 400-175. The Commons' backing is only the first step toward legalization, however. Parliament will continue to debate the measure. BBC Breaking News @BBCBreaking MPs vote in favour of bill legalising gay marriage in England and Wales http://t.co/u060onT9 07:15 PM - 05 Feb 2013 Reply Retweet Favorite MPs vote in favour of bill legalising gay marriage in England and Wales http://t.co/u060onT9-- BBC Breaking News