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Registered Domestic Partnerships
Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: September 2026
Whether the state still maintains a domestic partnership or civil union registry following Obergefell and the conversion rules.
50 States3 data columnsLast updated: May 2026
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| State | Recognized | Rights Granted | Conversion to Marriage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | No | — | — |
| Alaska | No | — | — |
| Arizona | No | — | — |
| Arkansas | No | — | — |
| California | Yes | All marital rights | Yes (2020+) |
| Colorado | Civil unions | All marital rights | Yes |
| Connecticut | Phased out | Converted to marriage | Auto-converted |
| Delaware | Phased out | Converted to marriage | Auto-converted |
| Florida | Local only | Limited | No |
| Georgia | No | — | — |
| Hawaii | Reciprocal beneficiary | Limited | No |
| Idaho | No | — | — |
| Illinois | Civil unions | All state rights | Yes |
| Indiana | No | — | — |
| Iowa | No | — | — |
| Kansas | No | — | — |
| Kentucky | No | — | — |
| Louisiana | No | — | — |
| Maine | Phased out | Converted | Auto-converted |
| Maryland | No | — | — |
| Massachusetts | No | — | — |
| Michigan | No | — | — |
| Minnesota | No | — | — |
| Mississippi | No | — | — |
| Missouri | No | — | — |
| Montana | No | — | — |
| Nebraska | No | — | — |
| Nevada | Yes | All marital rights | Yes |
| New Hampshire | Phased out | Converted | Auto-converted |
| New Jersey | Yes (62+ only) | All state rights | Yes |
| New Mexico | No | — | — |
| New York | No | — | — |
| North Carolina | No | — | — |
| North Dakota | No | — | — |
| Ohio | No | — | — |
| Oklahoma | No | — | — |
| Oregon | Yes | All marital rights | Yes |
| Pennsylvania | No | — | — |
| Rhode Island | Phased out | Converted | Auto-converted |
| South Carolina | No | — | — |
| South Dakota | No | — | — |
| Tennessee | No | — | — |
| Texas | No | — | — |
| Utah | No | — | — |
| Vermont | Phased out | Converted | Auto-converted |
| Virginia | No | — | — |
| Washington | Yes (62+ only) | All state rights | Yes |
| West Virginia | No | — | — |
| Wisconsin | Limited (ended 2018) | Limited | No |
| Wyoming | No | — | — |
| District of Columbia | Yes | All marital rights | Yes |
Federal benefits (Social Security, tax filing, immigration) generally require legal marriage; partnership-only couples may not receive equivalent recognition.
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.