The second concerned whether states must recognize same-sex marriages performed in other states.

Illinois last week became the 16th state to recognize same-sex marriages.

Supporters of the bill say being forced to recognize same-sex unions violates religious freedom.

Seventeen states plus the District of Columbia recognize same-sex marriage.

Supporters of the bill say that being forced to recognize same-sex unions violates religious freedom.

Singapore does not recognize same-sex marriage; sex between men is illegal and punishable by law.

Same-sex couples are subject to these federal taxes, even in states that recognize same-sex marriage.

Yet thorny issues remain for those who live in states that do not recognize same-sex marriages.

The law, however, allows same-sex marriages only between Taiwanese, or with foreigners whose countries recognize same-sex marriage.

The second, scheduled for an hour, concerns whether states must recognize same-sex marriages that take place out-of-state.

Thailand has drafted a landmark civil partnership bill that would legally recognize same-sex couples as civil partners.

However, it does not recognize same-sex marriage.

Arizona law does not recognize same-sex unions.

There are a few states that do not recognize same-sex marriage but will allow you to file jointly.

It does not recognize same-sex marriage.

But if this same couple lives in one of the 37 states that does not recognize same-sex marriage?