State & Local Perks
Browse state and local perks available to military-connected families. Placeholder copy not final.
205 benefits
Armed Forces Designation on Ohio Driver License or ID
Any veteran, active-duty member, or reservist can add a free "Armed Forces" emblem to their Ohio driver license or state ID card.free
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The Oklahoma Veterans Foundation provides emergency financial assistance to veterans facing rent, utilities, transportation, and other critical needs, especially during natural disasters or economic downturns.
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Seaman First Class Billy Turner Veterans Cemetery
Oklahoma's state-owned and operated veterans cemetery in Ardmore provides free burial for eligible veterans, their spouses, and eligible dependents.free
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PA VETConnect
PA VETConnect is a free statewide database that connects veterans, family members, and veteran service professionals with every Pennsylvania state benefit, program, and service.free
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Veterans' Trust Fund
The Veterans' Trust Fund (VTF) provides grants to veteran service organizations that in turn help Pennsylvania veterans and their families with housing, food, training, recovery, and financial needs.VeteranDependent
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RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery
The Rhode Island Office of Veterans Services operates a 280-acre state military cemetery in Exeter, RI, providing free burial to eligible veterans and their spouses or dependents.free
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Military Specialty License Plates
South Carolina issues military specialty license plates to eligible veterans and service members at little or no extra cost beyond regular registration fees.VeteranActive Duty
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SC DVA County Veterans Affairs Offices
South Carolina's 46 county Veterans Affairs offices provide free assistance to veterans and their families applying for state and federal benefits.free
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State Veterans Cemetery
South Dakota operates a state veterans cemetery that provides burial services to eligible veterans and certain dependents.VeteranDependent
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Free Burial at Tennessee State Veterans Cemeteries
Tennessee operates five state veterans cemeteries, two in Knoxville, one in Nashville, one in Memphis, and one in Parkers Crossroads.VeteranDependent
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Veterans who served on active duty and were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable are generally eligible for interment.
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Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park
The Utah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park in Bluffdale provides free burial for eligible veterans, including a grave site, opening and closing of the grave, and a headstone or marker.free
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Utah's Department of Veterans and Military Affairs (UDVMA) provides free help to veterans and their family members filing claims, applications, and appeals with the U.S.
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Tennessee State Benefits Overview
The Tennessee Department of Veterans Services publishes a comprehensive index of all Tennessee state-level veteran benefits, organized by category.VeteranActive DutyDependent
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State Veterans Cemeteries
Virginia operates three state veterans cemeteries (Amelia, Suffolk, and Dublin) offering free burial services.free
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WV DVA Accredited Veterans Service Officers
The West Virginia Department of Veterans Assistance operates 14 benefits offices across the state, staffed by accredited Veterans Service Officers (VSOs) who provide free help to veterans and their families.free
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Veteran Designation on Arizona Driver License or ID Card
Any honorably discharged Arizona veteran can add an official "VETERAN" designation to their Arizona driver's license, commercial driver's license (CDL), identification card, or learner's permit.Veteran
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Arizona State Veterans' Memorial Cemeteries
Arizona operates three state veterans' memorial cemeteries (Sierra Vista, Marana, and Camp Navajo) offering free burial to eligible veterans and qualifying family members.free
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Free Veteran Benefits Counseling Through ADVS
The Arizona Department of Veterans' Services operates a statewide network of Veteran Benefits Counselors (VBCs) who provide free, one-on-one counseling to help veterans,…free
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Chapter 115 Financial Assistance
Low-income Massachusetts veterans and their dependents can receive monthly financial help for food, housing, clothing, fuel, and medical care through the state's Chapter 115 program.VeteranDependent
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Massachusetts Welcome Home Bonus
Massachusetts offers a separate "Welcome Home Bonus" for veterans who served in qualifying post-9/11 combat operations (including Afghanistan, Iraq, and other designated locations).VeteranActive Duty
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Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemeteries
Massachusetts operates two state veterans cemeteries (in Agawam and Winchendon) that offer free burial to any eligible veteran, not just Massachusetts residents.free
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Veteran Indicator on Massachusetts Driver's License or ID
Veterans can get a "Veteran" indicator printed on their Massachusetts driver's license or ID card at no extra charge.free
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Vermont VA-Funded Cemetery
Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery provides the gravesite, opening and closing of the grave, perpetual care, and government-furnished headstone or marker at no cost to the veteran's family.VeteranActive Duty
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