While this memorandum is an important step on the path to equality, my administration continues to be prevented by existing Federal law from providing same-sex domestic partners with the full range of benefits enjoyed by heterosexual married couples.
Statement on the Extension of Benefits to Same-Sex Domestic Partners of Federal Employees
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