AG Holder announces federal recognition of same-sex marriage in six states http://jurist.org/paperchase/2014/1...nition-of-same-sex-marriage-in-six-states.php --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The U.S. Attorney General had some great announcements recently concerning the six additional states that now recognize same-sex marriages in their respective states bringing the total to 32 states. Benefits such as Social Security and Veterans benefits should also be included now that those states recognize same-sex marriage.