133 same-sex couples are married Sunday at Seattle City Hall . Washington began issuing same-sex marriage licenses Thursday . In six states -- Massachusetts , Connecticut , Iowa , Vermont , New Hampshire and New York -- and the District of Columbia , gays and lesbians have previously won marriage rights because of actions taken by judges or legislators , not voters . The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to rule on the issue in June or July.
133 same-sex couples are married Sunday at Seattle City Hall . Washington began issuing same-sex marriage licenses Thursday . The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to rule on the issue in June or July.