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Days ago, gay marriage was finally legalized in the state of Virginia. And now, at the direction of Governor Terry McAuliffe—who plans to preside over a gay marriage today—same-sex spouses can legally adopt.

According to a bulletin from the Virginia Department of Social Services, “adoption between same-sex spouses is now legal across the Commonwealth.” In a statement, McAuliffe said “now that same-sex marriage in Virginia is officially legal, we owe it to all Virginians to ensure that every couple is treated equally under all of our laws, no matter whom they love.”

Virginia was one of several states that the Supreme Court denied earlier this week to have same-sex marriage cases reviews, thus finally opening the door to same-sex marriages in the state. Shortly after, McAuliffe signed an executive order to make state agencies comply with the ruling.

“This historic decision opened the door to marriage equality, and now it is my sincerest hope that it will also open more doors for Virginia children who need loving families,” McAuliffe added. “By formally recognizing that same-sex couples can now legally adopt, we are more fully complying with the ruling in this important case, and sending the message once again that Virginia is open and welcoming to everyone.”