Do other states recognize New Jersey civil unions?
Because DOMA also grants each state the right to refuse to accept another state’s recognition of same-sex couples as married couples, sometimes a state will interfere with the rights of civil union couples, and sometimes it will not. However, most states do not recognize civil unions. If you are a member of a civil union and you are traveling or moving to another state, it may be helpful to find out whether or not the laws of that state recognize civil unions before you leave. Can I change my name when I enter a civil union? Either partner entering a civil union may change his or her last name, or both may change their names without the need for a court order. Some, but not all, federal agencies have read DOMA to prohibit recognizing civil union name changes. If you choose to change your name when you enter a civil union, you must get your government-issued identification updated. Below is a list of each document and a statement about whether the name change will be recognized. There i
