#civil union hawaii
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.
Governor Calls for Special Session on Marriage Equity
Governor Neil Abercrombie called for a special session to begin Oct. 28 to address the issue of marriage equity.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Defense of Marriage Act
The ruling effectively gives legally married same-sex couples the same federal benefits as heterosexual couples.
Governor Urges Lawmakers to Hear Marriage Equality Bills
Governor Neil Abercrombie issued a statement on the topic of marriage equality, calling on legislators to hold hearings on the marriage equality bill to further discussions on equal treatment.
Hawai’i Governor Disputes Same-Sex Marriage Ruling
The governor stated that, “refusing individuals the right to marry on the basis of sexual orientation or gender is discrimination in light of the civil unions law.”
Different Responses Filed in Same-Sex Marriage Lawsuit
Separate answers have been filed in response to a lawsuit that challenges Hawaii’s ban on same-sex marriage.
Hawai‘i Civil Union Registration Begins in New Year
The state is expected to activate an online application process for civil unions in the new year. The online service includes application entry, fee payment, event registration, and requests for civil union certificates.
