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Marriage Movement in Washington, D.C.

The District of Columbia now recognizes marriages by same-sex couples legally performed in other jurisdictions. The D.C. Council is considering a marriage equality bill.

D.C. Law Recognizing Out-of-Jurisdiction Marriages By Same-Sex Couples Takes Effect

D.C. joins other jurisdictions across the nation on the historic road to marriage equality.

Human Rights Campaign Applauds D.C. Superior Court Decision Rejecting Marriage Referendum

Court rules proposed referendum seeking to undo legislation recognizing marriages by same-sex couples from other jurisdictions violates D.C. Human Rights Act.

Human Rights Campaign Applauds D.C. Council Vote to Recognize Marriages of Same-Sex Couples From Other Jurisdictions

Legislation will be transmitted to Mayor Fenty; Congressional review period follows

Human Rights Campaign Applauds D.C. Council Vote to Recognize Marriages of Lesbian and Gay Couples From Other Jurisdictions

Council also voted to recognize civil unions, domestic partnerships from outside D.C. Final Council votes expected May 5; bills require approval by Mayor, then Congressional review.

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