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WASHINGTON FAMILIES Standing Together There are more than 5,000 registered domestic partners and they are in every county in the state. The domestic partnership law ensures that all Washington families have the same protections, rights, and responsibilities as their neighbors. The law guarantees that all families will be treated fairly, especially in times of crisis. Many gay and lesbian couples, often with children, and many senior couples are domestic partners. Often these seniors can't marry without sacrificing hard-earned social security and pension benefits. Domestic partnership laws allow them to protect their loved ones. This law provides essential protections to many older couples and to families with children who would otherwise be living without a safety net.
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