The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced that SSA is now processing some retirement spouse claims for same-sex benefits and paying benefits, as a result of the Supreme Court decision on Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act. SSA noted that it is working closely with the Department of Justice and specifically encouraged individuals who might be eligible to apply now. A federal court recently held that the same-sex partner of a veteran who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis is entitled to veterans survivors benefits.
Can disability benefits be far behind?
Read more about this topic at the official social security administration website.