In Michigan, some children have two parents yet the state only recognizes one.
In Michigan some children have one parent that is not legally recongnized. Children need the legal recognition of parent-child relationships regardless of their parents' marital status or sexual orientation. Second parent adoption secures this legal recognition. It guarantees the children a host of legal and financial benefits that most families take for granted such as:
* Full health insurance benefits
* Full pension or social security benefits
* Medical authorization for routine or emergency care
* Permission to attend school functions
* Permanence of extended familial relationships
* Continuity of a parent-child relationship in the event of separation or death
CARE advocates for second parent adoptions because they are in the best interests of children.
Jun 30, 2:00pm