An Act respecting autonomy in name choice for newly married partners
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to give newly married couples more autonomy in choosing their names after marriage. Currently, Massachusetts law requires a married woman to take her husband’s last name. This legislation would allow both partners to select a new name, or to retain their existing names, without legal requirements dictating one partner’s name change.
Key provisions
- Allows couples to choose a new name together.
- Permits individuals to retain their existing name after marriage.
- Eliminates the requirement for a woman to automatically take her husband’s last name.
Who is affected
- Newly married couples
- Women entering into marriage
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Changes the current legal requirement for women to adopt their husband’s last name.
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