Could this be the end for the Defense of Marriage Act; California's Proposition 8?
First briefs are due Jan. 22
Boehner pledges to continue defending anti-gay law in court
Justices poised to issue most significant rulings on gay rights
Couples in four New England states challenged DOMA in federal court
Case contesting DOMA will be heard by U.S. Supreme Court
Justices to settle two major issues on same-sex marriage
Next conference for justices to consider Prop 8, DOMA is Friday
Decision made Friday on whether to take up Prop 8, DOMA cases
Another order list expected Monday; Next scheduled conference is Dec. 7