KINGSTON – The Ulster County Legislature has adopted a local law authorizing the creation of a county registry for those in domestic partnerships.
The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated the need for those who are not married but in a committed relationship to have a means for legal authority to visit their partner in the hospital, sign a lease together, claim next of kin benefits and other privileges allowed under the law and the new local measure joins Ulster with Dutchess, Sullivan, Orange, and Delaware counties in offering a domestic partner registry.
“Today marks a significant stride forward as Ulster County’s commitment to equal opportunity and the recognition of strong, committed relationships becomes a reality,” said County Clerk Nina Postupack, whose office would maintain the registry.
A public hearing will be held within 30 days before the county executive will sign the bill into law.
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