However the key is claiming marital status on tax forms
my guess is “sacramental marriage” would not be recognized for legal or tax purposes by our new imperial overlords, the federal and state governments
However a 2-track system like France where you get married in the church and then go register at City Hall the following day does not seem too onerous to preserve religious freedom
Oh, I agree. But in the brave new world that these people are creating there may come a time when having a marriage that isn't recognized by the state might be a distinct advantage.
The only example I can think of right now involves people on welfare - as I understand it the state actively penalizes marriage for people on benefits by cutting those benefits.
Not a great example I admit - very few of us see a future in being dependent on the state. But perhaps some of those on welfare would be glad to marry sacramentally, and keep the state out of it.