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The document aims to provide clear guidance on how to establish eligibility for dependent benefits, ensuring all necessary paperwork is submitted in accordance with established rules and regulations. 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A marriage certificate is required as documentation.\"},{\"question\":\"What documentation is needed to prove eligibility for domestic partners?\",\"answer\":\"Proof of domestic partnership can be established through either the County of San Mateo Affidavit of Domestic Partnership or a Declaration of Partnership filed with the California Secretary of State. The domestic partnership must meet county eligibility requirements and have at least six months between any partnerships, with the individual being at least 18 years old.\"},{\"question\":\"How can children be covered under the benefits plan?\",\"answer\":\"Natural children under 26 years of age require a birth certificate. Stepchildren require a birth certificate and a marriage certificate showing the spouse as the parent. Legally adopted children or wards under 26 require court documentation with a judge's signature and court seal. 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