House of Representatives

HB 2301

domestic partnerships; equity

Sponsors: Representatives Gullett, Brotherton, May, Binder et al.

X	Committee on Judiciary
	Caucus and COW
	Third Read
	As Passed the House

HB 2301 gives domestic partners the same legal rights as spouses for certain enumerated interests.

History

Domestic partner registration gives legal recognition to personal relationships that meet certain criteria. Currently, Arizona does not legally recognize domestic partnerships. Four states (California, Hawaii, Massachusetts and New York) make domestic partner registration available.

Provisions

· Grants domestic partners the same right as a spouse with regard to:

v Intestate succession.

v Appointment as a personal representative for purposes of probate.

v Appointment as a guardian of an incapacitated person.

v Appointment as a conservator of the estate of a minor or other protected person.

v Interest in life insurance.

v Health care decisions when the patient is unable to communicate. There is an exemption if the patient and domestic partner have legally ended their relationship. Also authorizes an unregistered domestic partner to make the decisions.

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v 45th Legislature

v Second Regular Session 2 January 25, 2002

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