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HRS §572C-1

Purpose of this law

This law gives certain rights and benefits to couples who cannot legally marry in Hawaii. It only applies to couples of two people who are banned from marrying under state law. It does not change marriage rules or create new rights beyond that.

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The statute, as written — Purpose

The purpose of this chapter is to extend certain rights and benefits which are presently available only to married couples to couples composed of two individuals who are legally prohibited from marrying under state law.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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