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	Domestic partnerships in California - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Domestic partnership is a legal status similar to marriage that has been available to same-sex couples (and certain opposite-sex couples) in California since 2000.
		In practical effect, of course, the legal rights and duties of California domestic partners are greatly inferior to those of opposite-sex spouses for the simple reason that the vast array of federal rights and responsibilities are still unavailable under federal law to same-sex couples and other unmarried partners.
		There are no children of the relationship of the parties born before or after registration of the domestic partnership or adopted by the parties after registration of the domestic partnership, and neither of the domestic partners, to their knowledge, is pregnant.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Domestic_partnerships_in_California (1987 words)

	Domestic partnership - dKosopedia
		Domestic partnerships are government-recognized unions between couples that do not have as many rights as marriage or civil unions.
		In areas that do not recognize same-gender marriage or civil unions, domestic partnerships are often the only form of legal recognition for same-gender couples, though many opposite-gender couples also choose this form of union.
		There is no one definition of what a domestic partnership is. Some states' domestic partnership laws (such as California's) are very strong, but other cities and states have domestic partnership laws that offer only symbolic value.
	www.dkosopedia.com /wiki/Domestic_partnerships (239 words)

	Domestic partnerships in New Jersey - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The American state of New Jersey offers Domestic partnerships for same-sex couples 18 years of age or older and opposite-sex partners 62 years of age or older [1].
		Once a couple has obtained a domestic partnership, they may, among other things, claim joint tax status for state taxation purposes and are granted full hospital visitation rights and the right to make medical decisions for a partner if he or she is unable to do so.
		Under the law, insurance companies are also obligated to offer coverage to domestic partners on the same terms as to heterosexual spouses.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Domestic_partnerships_in_New_Jersey (326 words)

	Portsmouth Herald Local News: Baldacci signs bill for domestic partnerships
		AUGUSTA, Maine - As he signed a bill Wednesday creating domestic partnerships in Maine, Gov. John Baldacci said the state is demonstrating its commitment to civil rights by enacting a priority for gay rights activists.
		Some of Maine’s families are gay and lesbian couples, and currently they don’t have the same kinds of rights as those other families have, said Smith.
		Domestic partners would also have priority for appointment as personal representatives, guardians or conservators for an estate or custodian of the remains of a deceased partner.
	www.seacoastonline.com /2004news/04292004/maine/13277.htm (510 words)

	GLAD - Maine State Laws
		In 2005, the Maine Legislature squarely rejected a proposed constitutional amendment forbidding marriage of same-sex couples by votes of 88-56 in the House and 19-15 in the Senate.
		In the workplace context, domestic partnership plans allow an employee to obtain certain fringe benefits for his or her partner which benefits were previously limited to married spouses.
		As for pensions, a domestic partner has no right to sign off if his or her partner decides to name someone else as the beneficiary of a pension, although a spouse would have that right.
	www.glad.org /rights/maine_lgbt.shtml (10964 words)

	PrideSource: Marriage news from around the country
		The new law, which takes effect in 90 days, extends domestic partnership rights to couples who live together under long-term arrangements and gives them the same inheritance rights as a spouse when a married partner dies without a will.
		Partnerships between same-sex couples granted in other states will be honored by New Jersey.
		To end a partnership, a divorce-like proceeding in Superior Court is required.
	www.pridesource.com /article.shtml?article=7593 (1283 words)

	Out in Jersey Magazine - More Out & About Than Any Other Publication in NJ (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		In addition, couples cannot be blood relations, may not have ended another domestic partnership within the last 180 days (except in cases of death), and cannot be already in a marriage recognized under state law or another domestic partnership.
		And the Domestic Partnership Act, a law granting gay and lesbian couples some of the rights given to heterosexual married couples that goes into effect tomorrow, has given Meneghin and her partner, Maureen Kilian, some hope that one day they will be married.
		Domestic partners also are eligible for benefits from private employers, and municipal and county employees also may receive benefits if the employer chooses to provide them.
	www.outinjersey.net /dp1.html (8796 words)

	Combat Domestic Violence, Maine Gov Urges (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Maine has the best K-12 system in America and our students continue to test at the top of the national class in all areas.
		For the first time, Maine is at the beginning of the energy supply pipeline instead of the end, and some of the benefits are already being felt.
		We need an approach that is at once generous and demanding of efficiency; at once respectful of the freedom of choice and of holding people accountable for paying the costs of their choices; at once mindful of property rights and of legitimate public goals.
	www.stateline.org /live/ViewPage.action?siteNodeId=157&languageId=1&contentId=16031 (4331 words)

	Maine recognizes same-sex partnerships -- Queer Lesbian Gay News -- Gay.com
		Gay.com > News > Maine recognizes same-sex partnerships -- While many state legislatures are passing laws that deny legal recognition to gay and lesbian couples, Maine has made same-sex couples in long-term committed relationships eligible for some of the same benefits married couples have in the state.
		While many state legislatures are passing laws that deny legal recognition to gay and lesbian couples, Maine has made same-sex couples in long-term committed relationships eligible for some of the same benefits married couples have in the state.
		John Baldacci signed a domestic partnership bill Thursday that extends rights such as inheritance eligibility, victim's compensation, guardian rights and next-of-kin status to gay and straight couples who live together under long-term arrangements.
	www.gay.com /news/article.html?2004/04/29/2 (369 words)

	Maine Government Article Archives by KeepMedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		BRUNSWICK, Maine, July 28 -- Transporting passengers to a bygone era of luxury and worry-free travel, Maine Eastern Railroad is the summer's newest attraction on Maine's celebrated scenic coastline.
		Maine's Democratic governor, John Baldacci, joined a growing movement on April 28 when he signed a groundbreaking state law giving unmarried cohabitants who register with the state--including gay and lesbian couples--inheritance rights and other important protections.
		The cofounder and CEO of Burt's Bees lives in Maine but works in North Carolina, and she is weary of the 1,000-mile commute.
	www.topix.net /state/me-gov/keepmedia (765 words)

	Domestic Partners Bill —- Quashed In Court (Gotham Gazette. February, 2006)
		Domestic partners, gay and straight, have been able to register with the city since 1991, and employees of the city government have been entitled to benefits for their domestic partners since Mayor David Dinkins settled a court case in 1993.
		While many private companies provide domestic partner benefits to their workers as a way to be fair and competitive, they are not required to do so under city law.
		The fight over domestic partner rights would be rendered moot for the most part if lesbian and gay couples had the right to marry.
	www.gothamgazette.com /article/civilrights/20060216/3/1762 (1012 words)

	Maine Trial Court Upholds the City of Portland's Domestic Partnership Ordinance Despite Challenge by Anti-Gay ...
		In June, 2001, the City of Portland enacted an ordinance providing domestic partnership benefits to Portland's citizens and employees, as well as to the employees of community organizations receiving grants from the City.
		Baldacci signed a bill creating domestic partnerships for heterosexual or gay and lesbian adults who live together under long-term arrangements.
		The new law also gives domestic partners the same inheritance rights as a spouse when a married partner dies without a will and allows a surviving domestic partner to make funeral and burial arrangements.
	www.glad.org /News_Room/press74-5-4-04.html (469 words)

	GMax - News: California court rules domestic partners entitled to club benefits (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		LOS ANGELES, California — The California Supreme Court ruled this week that a country club that granted married couples benefits it denied to gay couples registered as domestic partners was in violation of the state’s civil rights laws.
		In the 5 to 1 decision, written by Justice Carlos R. Moreno, the court ruled that California's "policy favoring marriage is not served by denying registered domestic partners protection from discrimination under the Unruh Act,” the state’s anti-discrimination law.
		“For registered domestic partners, this decision means when they walk into a business, they are entitled to be treated the same way as spouses,” said Jon Davidson, legal director for Lambda Legal Defense Fund, which argued the case.
	www.gmax.co.za /look05/08/04-USmarry.html (448 words)

	New Page 1 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Under the law, registered domestic partners are accorded a legal status similar to that of a married person with respect to matters of probate, guardianships, conservatorships, inheritance, protection from abuse, and related matters.
		The legislation establishes a Domestic Partner Registry housed within the Office of Health Data and Program Management, Bureau of Health of the Department of Health and Human Services.
		The Bureau of Health has developed forms for the declaration and termination of registered domestic partnerships.
	www.maine.gov /dhhs/bohodr/domstcprtnrspge.htm (276 words)

	GayLawNet - GayLawNews by Subject - Partnership/Marriage April 2004 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		In their ruling, the judges indicated that they did not see a difference between a registered life partnership and marriage when it came to remuneration in the public service with the court accepting that a 'Eingetragenelebensgemeinschaft' also meant family status.
		Like marriage, the court said, registered gay partnerships are a long-term relationship with their disillusionment requiring a judicial decision.
		The main provisions in the bill include: responsibility to provide reasonable maintenance for civil partners and children of the family; full recognition for the purposes of life assurance; ability to succeed to tenancy rights; social security and pension benefits; and ability to gain parental responsibility for their civil partner's children.
	www.gaylawnet.com /news/2004/pa0404.htm (7414 words)

	Maine Recognizes Same-Sex Partnerships : Indybay
		Friday Apr 30th, 2004 12:15 AM Maine has made same-sex couples in long-term committed relationships eligible for some of the same benefits married couples have in the state.
		Thursday, April 29, 2004 / 04:53 PM While many state legislatures are passing laws that deny legal recognition to gay and lesbian couples, Maine has made same-sex couples in long-term committed relationships eligible for some of the same benefits married couples have in the state.
		Gov. John Baldacci signed a domestic partnership bill Thursday that extends rights such as inheritance eligibility, victim's compensation, guardian rights and next-of-kin status to gay and straight couples who live together under long-term arrangements.
	www.indybay.org /newsitems/2004/04/30/16789351.php (512 words)

	Maine Article Archives by KeepMedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		The study, "An Examination of the Financial Benefits of Credit Unions to Maine Consumers," was authored by Charles Lawton, an economist with Planning Decisions in South Portland and a former state economist, and commissioned by the Maine league.
		Erica and Mike's extraordinary attention to detail in planning their weekend wedding in Maine made it clear that the bride and groom-to-be were hardly the only part of the wedding that was a perfect match.
		Maine hydroelectric dams for salmon restoration has paid its first major dividend for the community - another 10,000 megawatt- hours per year of clean, renewable electricity.
	www.topix.net /state/me/keepmedia (926 words)

	WorldNetDaily: City sued over 'domestic partnerships' (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Ed Pulsifer is among 22 plaintiffs in a lawsuit seeking to overturn Portland's domestic partnership ordinance.
		"In addition to giving 'domestic partners' all the rights and benefits of couples married under state law, the defendant's domestic partnership ordinance also specifically gives 'domestic partners' the same rights and benefits as married couples in many areas of the law," center director Vincent McCarthy said in a statement.
		Under the 2001 ordinance, "domestic partners" of city employees register with city hall by filling out a form which states the couple is engaged in a relationship "of mutual support, caring and commitment" and that they "intend to remain in such a relationship in the immediate future."
	www.worldnetdaily.com /news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=34067 (651 words)

	Access to Marriage for Same-Sex Couples
		Domestic partner benefits are combinations of protections extended to non-married couples.
		Domestic partner benefits continue to be a viable means for securing same-sex couple benefits.
		An open question is whether domestic partnership protections will be recognized outside their issuing state.
	www.law.seattleu.edu /library/samesexmarriage/section04b.asp (170 words)

	AFFIDAVIT OF DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		we have agreed that in the event of dissolution of our domestic-partner relationship, we will make an equitable division of any earnings acquired during our domestic partnership and of property acquired with those earnings; that is, a division of property similar to that legally required of a married couple in the event of a divorce.
		We waive, release, and indemnify the university from all claims and causes of action that may arise as a result of the university affording benefits to, or certifying domestic partnerships.
		We certify that the forgoing information is true and correct and understand that a false declaration of a domestic partnership or failure to file a timely notice of Termination of a Domestic Partnership with University Human Resource Services may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment at Indiana University.
	www.indiana.edu /~uhrs/pubs/forms/affidavit.htm (647 words)

	gay news blog: April 2004
		The governor supports domestic partnerships that offer some, but not all, the rights of marriage but he is non-committal on Vermont-style civil unions.
		AUGUSTA, Maine — As he signed a bill Wednesday creating domestic partnerships in Maine, Gov. John Baldacci said the state is demonstrating its commitment to civil rights by enacting a priority for gay-rights activists.
		Christian Civic League of Maine executive director Michael Heath said the bill will work to "destroy the family," which should consist of a mother and father who are committed for a lifetime.
	gay_blog.blogspot.com /archives/2004_04_01_gay_blog_archive.html (15169 words)

	Legislature
		According to data released by the bureau Wednesday, 1,493 of Maine’s 518,200 households identified themselves as headed by a man with a male partner and 1,901 said they were headed by a woman with a female partner.
		The percentage of same-sex partner homes in Maine is small — male-partner households make up 0.29 percent of the total and female-partner households comprise 0.37 percent.
		But increased political awareness about such issues as same-sex marriage, adoption and domestic partnerships in the last decade has helped gays and lesbians feel their relationships are “worthy of being documented by the census,” according to Paula Ettelbrick, family policy director for the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force.
	www.bangornews.com /editorialnews/specialreports/census/Couples.html (602 words)

	Court Rules Domestic Partners Entitled to Benefits
		A country club that granted married couples benefits it denied to gay couples registered as domestic partners was in violation of California civil rights laws, the California Supreme Court ruled this morning.
		Moreno wrote that "permitting a business to discriminate against registered domestic partners by denying them benefits or services it extends to spouses violates the comparable public policy favoring domestic partnership."
		"For registered domestic partners, it means when they walk into a business, they are entitled to be treated the same way as spouses are," said Jon Davidson, legal director for Lambda Legal Defense Fund, which argued the case.
	www.truthout.org /docs_2005/printer_080105R.shtml (507 words)

	ACF Region 10: Head Start: Head Start T/TA: Family and Community Partnerships: Domestic Violence Curriculum
		Development and creation of this new domestic violence curriculum was completed by the joint efforts of Glenwood Research and the University of Southern Maine, Muskie School of Public Service.
		The curriculum utilizes a cross-disciplinary delivery method because research demonstrates that families affected by domestic violence are likely to be also experiencing one or more related social problems such as child abuse and neglect, substance abuse, and mental health issues.
		Participants demonstrated a level of confidence in dealing with domestic violence that they did not have at the beginning of the training.
	www.acf.dhhs.gov /programs/region10/programs/head_start_tta/region_10_fcp_domestic_violence_curriculum.html (975 words)

	US Voters Affirm 63% Of All Ballot Measures (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-11)
		Nebraska's ban is especially broad, changing the state constitution to make same-sex civil unions and domestic partnerships invalid.
		In Maine, voters defeated an attempt to prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation.
		Maine defeated physician-assisted suicide, rejecting a proposal to permit a terminally ill adult of sound mind to seek and receive a doctor's help to die.
	www.mapinc.org /drugnews/v00/n1689/a07.html (437 words)

	The University of Maine - Women in the Curriculum / Women's Studies
		A strength she brings to any project is her administrative ability, demonstrated by the success of the many facets of the University program she directs and the success of the program directors' subgroup of the National Women's Studies Association which she co-chaired from June 1999 to June 2003.
		A third area of strength is her development of co-equal partnerships between Bangor-area women's agencies and various University activities (speakers, internships, data collection).
		I have developed and provided training on domestic violence and fostering a coordinated community response to abuse for a wide variety of audiences and co-teach a course on Domestic Violence and Theology at the Bangor Theological Seminary with Rev. Dr.
	www.umaine.edu /wic/WIC/collaborative.html (1099 words)

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