#Same Sex Marriage
LGBT Travel Studies for Japan, Taiwan Markets Released
The HTA released results of research that provides insight on the profiles, preferences and opinions of LGBT travelers from Japan and Taiwan to Hawaii.
9th Circuit Upholds Dismissal of Challenge to Marriage Equality Act
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion upholding the dismissal of a challenge to the state’s Marriage Equality Act by plaintiff Kaui Amsterdam.
Landmark Decision Makes Gay Marriage Legal Across All 50 States
The court held that for the first time, any couple — straight, lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender — can obtain a marriage license and make their commitment public and legal across the nation.
Appeals Court Declares Gay Marriage Lawsuit Moot
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a lower court decision in a Hawaiʻi marriage equality case, declaring the lawsuit moot.
Same Sex Marriage: Live TV, Online Streaming, Crowd Control
As state House lawmakers take up same-sex marriage legislation on the third and final reading, neighbor island residents will have the opportunity to tune in via live TV and online streaming.
House Votes 30-18 to Advance Marriage Equality Bill on 2nd Reading
The state House of Representatives voted 30-18 on Wednesday to advance an equality bill relating to same sex marriage in Hawaii. The bill was passed with amendments, and now heads to a third reading, and a possible final vote on Friday, Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.
Senate to Vote Wednesday on Same-Sex Marriage Draft Bill
A bill that would legalize same-sex marriage in Hawaiʻi heads to the Senate for third and final reading at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2013.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Defense of Marriage Act
The ruling effectively gives legally married same-sex couples the same federal benefits as heterosexual couples.
Same-Sex Civil Unions Passed by Senate
Abercrombie expected to sign Civil Unions Bill into law within 10 days.
VIDEO: Joe Souki Dist 8 House Candidate Profile, Decision 2010 MauiNOW.com
Joe Souki, 2010 candidate for State House District 8, Transcript: Introduction: My name is Joseph Souki. I am currently an incumbent member of the House, 8th District. I am from District 8 all the way from Kahakuloa to Waikapu. This past year, I’ve been part of the leadership and the chairman of the Transportation Committee. I […]