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Originally Posted by cbirk
That doesn't answer the question. What purpose does a "Government Marriage" serve?
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The Fed govt is not in the marriage business. It is a state power. Regardless of your position on the issue, I can think of a few reasons why you should care:
Community property regime
Death Insurance benefits
Heirship
Taxes
Contract laws
Health care
Succession laws
Family (divorce) laws