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During the last two years, many states have
begun to recognize same sex marriage. This
month, the United States Supreme Court will hear
oral arguments on and decide whether same-sex
marriage bans are prohibited by the U.S.
Constitution's guarantee of equal protection
under the law. A ruling is due by the end of
June.
"While this issue remains unsettled on a
national level, Delta's commitment to diversity,
inclusion and respect is rooted deeply in the
airline's values and culture," said Joanne
Smith, Delta's Executive Vice President and
Chief Human Resources Officer. "By providing
equality in this critically important area of
benefit costs for employees with same-sex
domestic partners, we will continue to build a
great place to work."
In addition to the airline's announcement, Delta
also recently participated in a brief urging the
Court to support marriage equality. On a global
scale, Delta is committed to maintaining and
supporting a culture of inclusion. As the
largest employer in
Georgia
and one of the largest employers in
Minnesota, Delta extends
domestic partner benefits to its employees,
including health, dental and life insurance, as
well as pension and flight benefits.
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