(Annapolis, Maryland) Legislation that would give domestic partners - gay or straight - medical and funeral decision-making rights has passed its final hurdle and is awaiting the signature of Gov. Martin O'Malley (D).
The bill passed the House of Delegates this week. It was approved by the Senate last month.
Under the legislation couples would have to show "mutual interdependence". That could be done by showing they jointly own property or have joint checking accounts.
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