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While not statewide in New York, County Clerk Bersani worked hard to bring Domestic Partnership to Onondaga County, which now offers registration via filed, notarized affidavits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Requirements: Both parties must sign a notarized affidavit &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/onondaga.gov\/clerk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/207\/2025\/08\/Affidavit-of-Domestic-Partnership.pdf\">download the form here<\/a><br>Rights\/Benefits: Domestic partner benefits are subject to the terms, limitations, and eligibility requirements of the specific provider (employer, insurance carrier, etc.) <br>Filing fee: $35<br>Termination: Partnerships can be terminated, but require a formal, notarized, statement of termination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A domestic partnership registry allows unmarried, committed couples to legally document their relationship, granting limited rights such as hospital visitation or insurance coverage. 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