WORSWICK, J.
Anna Barros, first wife of decedent John Barros, appeals dismissal of her complaint in which she claimed a one-half interest in a Survivor Benefit Plan available to spouses of military retirees and received by John's second wife, Rita. Two significant issues are presented: whether the trial court erred in concluding that Anna has no property interest in the annuity; and whether federal law preempts Washington community property law as it might otherwise...
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