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Same sex couples in state now eligible for benefits

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Today, same sex couples in Wisconsin can sign up for a domestic partnership registry. It will extend certain rights to domestic partners or make them easier to obtain: for instance hospital visitation, transfer of property and survivorship benefits.The registry could face a legal challenge; state officials say they’re ready if the issue goes to court. Shamane Mills reports…

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