" Problem in MA is that it probably [will] not make it through the legislature..."
Also the Massachusetts amendment allows for so-called civil unions, so what the heck---anyone will be able to play house and collect benefits. And I suppose adopt and raise children.
Which is why the new amendments should also derecognize civil unions. No "alternative lifestyle" marriages by any other name. This will leave thos states with "civil unions" as a local taxpayer phenomenon and provide zero need to involve FEDERAL programs.
Homosexuals are free to sign cohabitation agreements same as they always have been.