The French National Assembly has unanimously approved a bill that abolishes the concept of 'marital duty' regarding sexual consent within marriage. This legislation, supported by over 120 MPs, emphasizes that consent is crucial for any sexual act, including in marriage. The bill aims to clarify legal ambiguities surrounding marital obligations, particularly the notion of 'community of life' which has been misinterpreted as an implicit sexual obligation. The law explicitly states that spouses are not obligated to engage in sexual relations. This change comes in response to ongoing issues of sexual violence and pressure within marriages, highlighting the need for clear legal protections.