Unwed Couples in Maryland Granted Tax Benefits
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Justin Smith
Justin B Smith, 28, is a U.S. Air Force Veteran. He grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland but presently resides in Baltimore.Justin is a Gay Activist. Since 1999 he has worked with various gay organizations including the National Black Justice Coalition, Human Rights Campaign, Equality Maryland, Us Helping Us, and People Into Living Incorporated.
Justin is currently enrolled in school pursuing his degree in Communication and Journalism.
By Justin Smith
Published on 03/25/2008
Good News for unwed couples in Maryland. Senate has already voted to expand medical decision-making powers to partners
According to the Associated Press Unmarried couples, gay and straight, could qualify for property benefits given to married couples under a bill tentatively approved by the Maryland Senate
.
The bill allows domestic partners to avoid transfer and recordation taxes when transferring property to their partners or stepchildren. The tax benefit is currently given only to married couples.
Senators signed off on the measure after voting to close debate and prevent any filibuster attempt. The Senate already has voted to expand medical decision-making powers for domestic partners.The measures are before lawmakers amid signals from leaders that gay marriage will not be considered this year.
Good News for unwed couples in Maryland. Senate has already voted to expand medical decision-making powers to partners
According to the Associated Press Unmarried couples, gay and straight, could qualify for property benefits given to married couples under a bill tentatively approved by the Maryland Senate
.
The bill allows domestic partners to avoid transfer and recordation taxes when transferring property to their partners or stepchildren. The tax benefit is currently given only to married couples.
Senators signed off on the measure after voting to close debate and prevent any filibuster attempt. The Senate already has voted to expand medical decision-making powers for domestic partners.The measures are before lawmakers amid signals from leaders that gay marriage will not be considered this year.
Good News for unwed couples in Maryland. Senate has already voted to expand medical decision-making powers to partnersAccording to the Associated Press Unmarried couples, gay and straight, could qualify for property benefits given to married couples under a bill tentatively approved by the Maryland Senate
.
The bill allows domestic partners to avoid transfer and recordation taxes when transferring property to their partners or stepchildren. The tax benefit is currently given only to married couples.
Senators signed off on the measure after voting to close debate and prevent any filibuster attempt. The Senate already has voted to expand medical decision-making powers for domestic partners.The measures are before lawmakers amid signals from leaders that gay marriage will not be considered this year.
Unwed Couples in Maryland Granted Tax Benefits
Good News for unwed couples in Maryland. Senate has already voted to expand medical decision-making powers to partnersAccording to the Associated Press Unmarried couples, gay and straight, could qualify for property benefits given to married couples under a bill tentatively approved by the Maryland Senate
.
The bill allows domestic partners to avoid transfer and recordation taxes when transferring property to their partners or stepchildren. The tax benefit is currently given only to married couples.
Senators signed off on the measure after voting to close debate and prevent any filibuster attempt. The Senate already has voted to expand medical decision-making powers for domestic partners.The measures are before lawmakers amid signals from leaders that gay marriage will not be considered this year.