If I register as a domestic partner, what new responsibilities will I have as a member of CalSTRS?
You must ensure that your registered domestic partner signs any forms that currently require a spouse’s signature as of January 1, 2005. It is also your responsibility to review your one-time death benefit recipient designation (formerly referred to as the Beneficiary Designation form). If someone other than your registered domestic partner is named as your recipient, you must complete a new One-Time Death Benefit Recipient form if you wish to name your partner as your recipient. You may name someone other than your registered domestic partner, but your partner must sign the form, acknowledging your decision. If you are a Cash Balance participant and someone other than your registered domestic partner is named as your beneficiary, you must complete a new Cash Balance Beneficiary Designation form if you wish to name your partner as your beneficiary. You may name someone other than your registered domestic partner, but your partner must sign the form, acknowledging your decision.
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