State & Local Perks
Browse state and local perks available to military-connected families. Placeholder copy not final.
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Arkansas Veterans Affairs Benefit Screening Portal
Arkansas operates a free online portal where veterans and their families can answer a short set of questions and instantly see which Arkansas state benefit programs they may qualify for, with links to apply.free
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Connecticut Wartime Service Medal
Connecticut awards its own state-level Wartime Service Medal to veterans, including National Guard and Reserve members, who served during a recognized period of war.VeteranActive Duty
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Veteran Service Officers
The Delaware Office of Veterans Services has accredited Veteran Service Officers (VSOs) located across the state who help veterans and their families navigate federal and state…VeteranDependent
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Free Disabled Veteran License Plate
Georgia veterans with qualifying disabilities receive two free specialty license plates (front and rear) for up to two vehicles, with the words DISABLED VETERAN on a U.S.free
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Free Veteran Specialty License Plates
Honorably discharged Georgia veterans, active duty service members, and surviving unremarried spouses can get multiple types of free specialty license plates: Veteran, Woman…free
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Idaho Joining Forces Emergency Assistance Grant
The Joining Forces Idaho program offers emergency financial assistance to Idaho veterans and their families for urgent needs such as rent, utilities, or car repairs.VeteranDependent
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Idaho Veterans Emergency Relief Grant
Idaho veterans facing an extreme emergency, such as an accident, job loss due to disability, or a catastrophic event, can apply for a one-time emergency grant of up to $1,500 to…VeteranDependent
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Grants for Veteran Services
Indiana awards state grants to nonprofits that provide direct services to veterans and their families, covering things like transportation to medical appointments, emergency…Veteran
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Specialty Veteran License Plates
Iowa veterans can purchase specialty "Military Service" license plates for their vehicle for an additional fee.VeteranActive Duty
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Iowa DOT Military/Veteran Driver's License Services
The Iowa Department of Transportation offers additional services for current and former military members including the veteran designation on licenses and military-service-related license plate options.VeteranActive Duty
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Iowa Veterans Cemetery
Iowa operates a state veterans cemetery in Van Meter (near Des Moines) that provides burial at no charge for eligible Iowa veterans, service members who die on active duty, and…VeteranDependent
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Idaho State Veterans Cemetery
Idaho's second state veterans cemetery, located in Blackfoot, offers the same free burial benefits as the Boise location: grave site, opening and closing, perpetual care,…free
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Maine Veterans' Memorial Cemetery System
Maine maintains four state veterans' cemeteries (Augusta, Caribou, and Springvale) where eligible veterans, their spouses, and dependent children are buried at no cost to the family.free
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County Burial Expense Assistance
Veterans and their spouses who meet residency and asset limits may qualify for up to $300 in burial expense assistance paid by the County Board of Commissioners or County Board of…VeteranDependent
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Minnesota State Veterans Cemeteries
Minnesota operates four state veterans cemeteries (in Little Falls, Preston, Duluth, and Redwood Falls) where eligible veterans can be buried at no cost.free for the veteran
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Veterans Benefits Specialists
The Mississippi VA employs Veterans Benefits Support Specialists in offices across the state, at universities, community colleges, and county offices, who help veterans and their…VeteranDependent
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Military and Veteran License Plates
Montana's Motor Vehicle Division offers multiple specialty license plate designs for veterans and active military, including plates for specific service branches and campaigns.VeteranActive Duty
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Montana Veteran Outreach
Montana's Veteran Outreach Program brings Veteran Service Officer assistance to veterans in rural and underserved areas of the state who may not be able to travel to a regular Job Service office.VeteranDependent
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Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance
Nebraska veterans and their eligible dependents can receive burial at no cost at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Alliance.Free
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Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Grand Island
Nebraska veterans and eligible dependents can receive burial at no cost at the Nebraska Veterans Cemetery at Grand Island.Free
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Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery
Nevada veterans can be buried at no charge at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City.Veteran
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NJ TRANSIT
Active duty military, reservists, National Guard, retired military, and their dependents can ride NJ TRANSIT trains, buses, and light rail at reduced (50% off) fares by showing a…50% off
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Montana State Veterans Cemeteries
Montana operates three state veterans cemeteries: Fort Harrison (near Helena), Miles City (Eastern Montana), and Missoula (Western Montana).free for eligible veterans
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North Dakota Veterans Cemetery
North Dakota operates a state veterans cemetery in Mandan (adjacent to Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park) that provides free burial for eligible veterans and their spouses and dependents.free for veterans
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