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Duke University has established diversity as one of its five
core values, and Human Resources is glad to be able to extend benefits to the
same sex partner of an employee that are similar (though not identical) to the
benefits extended to the opposite sex spouse of an employee. The identical
benefit package is presently constrained under federal and state laws (e.g. The
Internal Revenue Code (IRC) regarding tax implications of benefits provided to a
same sex partner). We continue to strive to make all benefits
equally available to all employees whenever possible and are happy to answer
your questions or help you with the registration process. Click on any of the
links on the left for more information about the benefits available to a same
sex partner. The terms "partner"
and "same sex spousal equivalent" will be used interchangeably. The first step
is to register your partner as your same-sex spousal equivalent by completing
the Affidavit of Same-Sex Spousal Equivalent Relationship form.
Once you have completed this affidavit, you may mail the completed form to Duke
HR or stop by 705 Broad Street. This is a
confidential form that will be maintained in the corporate Human Resources
personnel file and used only to determine benefit plan eligibility.
Important Note
Your benefits are paid to you based on legal documents - not on this
overview or any other written or oral statements. You are welcome to see those
legal documents, and you are invited to discuss any questions you have with a
Benefits representative. Duke reserves the right to change, amend
or terminate plans or programs in the future.
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