Although same sex couples cannot be married in the District of Columbia, The DC Council has voted to recognize gay marriages performed in other states.  This is a preliminary vote with the final vote expected May 5th.  However, DC laws must be approved by Congress.

“I fully support today’s action and look forward to signing the legislation once the Council takes final action next month,” said DC Mayor Adrian Fenty.

The vote occurred on the same day as Vermont recognized same-sex marriages and a week after Iowa legalized them.

DC already has a domestic partnership law.  A bill to allow same-sex marriages in DC is expected soon.  Virginia and Maryland do not recognize same-sex marriages.

Read more.