Poland’s PiS leader Jarosław Kaczyński denounced a new law that would allow same‑sex partners to register their unions at a notary, calling it unconstitutional and a threat to family.
Kaczyński Calls the Law Unconstitutional
In a post on X, Kaczyński criticized the proposal to create partner unions in front of a notary, stating it is “not only unconstitutional but aims to replace traditional marriage with pseudounions.” He described the measure as an “ultra‑leftist solution that strikes at the basic social unit, the family.”
Political Response Across the Spectrum
Prime Minister’s Office chief Jan Grabiec accused Kaczyński and bishops of trying to dictate Polish family values, while European Parliament MP Robert Biedroń highlighted the law’s compromises – noting it offers partners rights such as access to medical information and joint tax filings. On the opposition side, Confederal MP Konrad Berkowicz slammed the Reform and Centre‑Right coalition, arguing that the Polish People’s Party is prioritizing “rainbow ideology” over rural interests.
Coalition Agreement on the “Closest Person” Law
After prolonged negotiations, the governing coalition agreed on the “closest person” bill, which permits couples living together to register their union at a notary. The law grants partners rights to shared medical information, joint taxation, family pension, and inheritance, while expressly excluding adoption and ideological provisions. Polish lawmakers emphasize that the legislation does not undermine the institution of marriage and represents a first step toward legal recognition for thousands of cohabiting couples.
