Does the state of Rhode Island recognize Hawaii reciprocal beneficiary relationships?

Answer 1

Yes, according to NRS 122A.500. However, in order for the reciprocal beneficiary relationship to be recognized, the couple must re-register as domestic partners in Nevada and pay the applicable fee.NRS 122A.500 Recognition of similar legal unions of persons from other jurisdictions as domestic partnerships in Nevada; registration required for recognition. A legal union of two persons, other than a marriage as recognized by the Nevada Constitution, that was validly formed in another jurisdiction, and that is substantially equivalent to a domestic partnership as defined in this chapter, must be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this State regardless of whether the union bears the name of a domestic partnership. For a legal union that was validly formed in another jurisdiction to be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this State, the parties desiring such recognition must comply with the provisions of paragraph (b) of subsection 1 of NRS 122A.100.

Answer 2

No. The state of Wisconsin does not recognize domestic partnerships from other jurisdictions for any purpose, including Hawaii reciprocal beneficiary relationships. Couples must register for a Wisconsin state domestic partnership in order for their relationship to receive legal recognition.

Answer 3

No. Although Washington state recognizes out-of-state domestic partnerships ("DPs") that are substantially equivalent to a Washington state DPs (i.e., legal marriage), Hawaii reciprocal beneficiary relationships provide only limited rights and are NOT substantially equivalent. Therefore, Hawaii reciprocal beneficiary relationships are not recognized as DPs in Washington state.RCW 26.60.090. Reciprocity. A legal union of two persons of the same sex that was validly formed in another jurisdiction, and that is substantially equivalent to a domestic partnership under this chapter, shall be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this state and shall be treated the same as a domestic partnership registered in this state regardless of whether it bears the name domestic partnership.

Answer 4

No. Although Illinois recognizes out-of-state same-sex legal unions that are "substantially similar" to marriage as civil unions, Hawaii reciprocal beneficiary relationships are NOT substantially similar to marriages.Section 60. Reciprocity. A marriage between persons of the same sex, a civil union, or a substantially similar legal relationship other than common law marriage, legally entered into in another jurisdiction, shall be recognized in Illinois as a civil union.

Answer 5

No. Rhode Island only recognizes "comprehensive" out-of-state domestic partnerships that extend the benefits and responsibilities of marriage. A Hawaii reciprocal beneficiary relationship extends only limited rights and responsibilities and is therefore not recognized in Rhode Island.

15-3.1-8. Reciprocity. -- A civil union or registered domestic partnership that extends benefits and responsibilities without the status of marriage and is legally entered into in another jurisdiction shall be recognized in Rhode Island as a civil union; provided, that the relationship meets the eligibility requirements of this chapter.

Answer 6

No, the state of Colorado does not recognize same-sex marriages or domestic partnerships. Effective May 1, 2013, civil unions are legal under Colorado state law.