West Hollywood approved a new ordinance earlier this month allowing people in polyamorous relationships to register with the city in order to obtain benefits. The new law will extend certain protections involving housing, hospital visits, and jail visitation to families with more than two partners. West Hollywood Councilmember Chelsea Lee Byers said efforts began last year when advocates raised concerns about discrimination against nontraditional families.
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West Hollywood introduces legal protections for polyamorous couples
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