Idaho Veteran Benefits
State-level benefits Idaho gives its veterans, retirees, and military families. Federal benefits aren't listed here — see Browse by Category for the federal side.
16 benefits
Idaho Disabled Veterans Special Big Game Tag
A recognized nonprofit organization can apply for a free special big game hunting tag on behalf of a disabled veteran through the Idaho Disabled Veterans Special Big Game Tag Program.free
Veteran
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Idaho Service Member on Leave
Idaho residents currently serving in the military who are on leave may purchase a combination hunting and fishing license at a reduced rate.Active DutyVeteran
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Idaho National Guard State Education Assistance Program
Idaho Army National Guard soldiers can receive up to $8,000 per state fiscal year in tuition and fee reimbursement at Idaho colleges, universities, and vocational schools through…Active DutyVeteran
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Children and spouses of Idaho military members killed or permanently and totally disabled (unemployable) in the line of duty can receive a full waiver of Idaho college tuition and…
Dependent
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Idaho Veterans Hiring Preference
Idaho law gives veterans a leg up when applying for state government jobs.VeteranDependent
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Idaho Disabled Veteran Property Tax
Idaho veterans with a 100% service-connected disability rating (or 100% compensation due to individual unemployability) can reduce the property taxes on their home and up to one…Veteran
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Idaho Circuit Breaker Property Tax
Idaho veterans with a 10% or greater service-connected disability, or those receiving a VA pension for a non-service-connected disability, may qualify for the Circuit Breaker…Veteran
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Idaho Veteran Advocacy
The Idaho Division of Veterans Services offers free benefits advocacy and claims assistance to veterans and their families.free
VeteranDependent
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Idaho Veterans Support Fund
Idaho's Veterans Support Fund provides grants to individuals, nonprofit organizations, and government entities that run programs benefiting Idaho veterans, covering career…Veteran
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Military retirees under age 62 who are employed during the year and earn enough income to be required to file a federal return may also qualify for a partial Idaho state income…
Retiree
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Idaho Gold Star Family License Plates
Idaho offers Gold Star license plates to immediate family members of military service members killed during active duty in a war recognized by Congress.Dependent
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Idaho Veteran Designation on Driver's License or State ID
Honorably discharged veterans can have a permanent "Veteran" designation added to their Idaho driver's license or state-issued ID card at no charge when the card is issued new or renewed.Veteran
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Idaho State Veterans Cemetery
Idaho operates two state veterans cemeteries, one in Boise and one in Blackfoot, offering free burial and inurnment to eligible veterans.free
VeteranActive DutyDependent
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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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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
VeteranActive DutyDependent
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