The state of New York has been recognizing same-sex marriages from other states or countries for years. Soon, New Yorkers will not have to leave the state in order to enter into a legal marriage. But the state's new law has another important impact as well. Same-sex married couples will, for the first time, be treated as married under the state income tax. Or will they? Read More ...

Late today New York approved same-sex marriage. This is a tremendous step forward in the battle for same-sex marriage rigts in the country. Read More ...

We have at least 8 U.S. Senators on our side, urging the IRS to do something to help same-sex couples in recognition states file their tax returns correctly without the threat of penalties. Read More ...

What would I like for my birthday? How about an apology from the IRS about how it has been treating same-sex couples in community property states this tax season? Voila! It came -- just one day after my real birthday. Close enough. Read More ...