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Pension Plans
The Pension Protection Act of 2006 included provisions that extend new benefits to non-spouse retirement plan beneficiaries such as same-sex domestic partners. These changes address the rollover of retirement benefits when an employee dies and hardship distribution rules that permit people to draw on their retirement funds in the case of a qualifying medical or financial emergency.Taxation of Domestic Partner Benefits
Whereas different-sex married couples obtain benefits pre-tax, same-sex couples are taxed on the benefits offered by their employer.
Questions to Ask Before Enrolling In Domestic Partner Benefits
Establishing Domestic Partner Benefits
Domestic Partner Benefits: Writing a Proposal
When advocating for the provision of domestic partner benefits, it is important to present a well thought out and detailed proposal.