The Most Popular Veterans Benefit in Every State

Special Report

December 13, 2021 2:00 pm

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Colorado
> Most popular benefit: Disabled veteran license plates

Colorado waives license tax on one vehicle for veterans with a 50% or more service-connected disability and permanent and totally disabled veterans.

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Connecticut
> Most popular benefit: Veteran designation on the state driver’s license

These designations are used by community-based organizations, agencies, and retailers to verify veteran status for various local and state programs, services, and discounts.

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Delaware
> Most popular benefit: Veterans license plates

The plates are used to identify special designations, including Purple Heart Recipients, Medals of Valor Recipients, disabled veterans, and many more.

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Florida
> Most popular benefit: Deduction on the assessment of veterans’ homes for tax exemption purposes

Eligible Florida resident veterans with a VA-certified service-connected disability of 10% or greater are entitled to a $5,000 deduction.

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Georgia
> Most popular benefit: Free license plates for veterans

These Georgia plates are available in a special veteran-themed design, like a veteran’s branch or era of service or a special military decoration.

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