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What is NYC AC § 17-308.1?

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This section extends the rights and benefits granted to the surviving spouse of a veteran to also include the surviving domestic partner of that veteran. The statute ensures equitable treatment for domestic partners in relation to benefits previously exclusive to spouses. Applies to domestic partners of honorably discharged veterans.

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§ 17-308.1 Domestic Partners.

AC § 17-308.1

For purposes of this subchapter, the rights and benefits bestowed upon the surviving spouse of an honorably discharged member of the armed forces of the United States pursuant to article four of the general business law shall also be bestowed upon the surviving domestic partner of such veteran. Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 1998/027.

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