States Veteran Benefits
Disability Property Tax Exemption:
Yes. A 100% disability rating is required. This is a total deduction.
Non-Disability Property Tax Exemption:
No.
Vehicle Excise/ad valorem Tax Exemption:
No. Equipment purchased to modify a vehicle to be used by an individual
with disabilities is exempt from sales tax.
Retired Pay Tax Exemption:
Yes. Public pensions are not taxed if below $85,000 for filing individually or $100,000 for filing jointly.
State Parks [Free or Reduced]:
Yes.
Hunting & Fishing [Free or Reduced]:
Yes.
Scholarships/Tuition Assistance:
Yes.
Disabled Veteran License Plate:
Yes. Any level of VA disability with the appropriate doctor’s letter is required. There is also something called the “Metered Plackard“: This is issued to veterans who have been awarded a Bronze Star or higher award and can be used to park in handicapped designated spaces and paid parking spaces.