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This article summarizes the same-sex marriage laws of states in the United States. Via the case Obergefell v.Hodges on June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court of the United States legalized same-sex marriage in a decision that applies nationwide, with the exception of American Samoa and sovereign tribal nations.
This article summarizes the same-sex marriage laws of states in the United States. Via the case Obergefell v.Hodges on June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court of the United States legalized same-sex marriage in a decision that applies nationwide, with the possible exception of American Samoa and some Tribal Nations.
In 1996, the United States Congress passed and President Bill Clinton signed Public Law 104–199, the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA). Section 3 of DOMA defines "marriage" and "spouse" for purposes of both federal law and any ruling, regulation, or interpretation by an administrative bureau or agency of the United States government. [1]
The Supreme Court is taking up a case that can change the outlook of gay marriage laws around the country. The timing of this case is interesting. If paperwork can be submitted in time, the court ...
The U.S. Senate on Tuesday gave its final approval to a bill that enhances legal protections for same-sex marriages. It passed with the support of a dozen Republicans who said it also protects ...
This is an accepted version of this page This is the latest accepted revision, reviewed on 6 February 2025. Jack Baker and Michael McConnell (r), the first same-sex couple ever legally married in the United States (in 1971), at their Minneapolis home, 1970 Part of the LGBTQ rights series Legal status of same-sex unions Marriage Andorra Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile ...
Kim Davis, the former clerk in Rowan County, Ky., and her attorneys hope her case will overturn the right to gay marriage in America using a precedent set by the Supreme Court in ending Roe v. Wade.
Her acquaintance with Orestis awakens her first true love. [1] Orestis Chalkias (Antonis): Klelia's younger brother. Antonis, like his sister, is different from their peers and is at odds with his parents. For him the festival and the arrival of Orestis is an escape from his problems. [1]