Nevada provides a variety of benefits to veterans, ranging from housing and educational assistance to employment services and recreational privileges. Here’s a concise overview:
Housing and Financial Benefits
- Veterans Homes: Nevada operates veterans homes in Boulder City and Sparks, offering care for veterans, their spouses, and gold star parents.
- Veterans Tax Exemption: An annual tax exemption is available for veterans with wartime service, which can be applied to vehicle privilege tax or real property tax.
- Disabled Veteran Tax Exemption: Provides a property tax exemption for honorably discharged residents with a service-connected disability of 60% or more.
Education Benefits
- Non-Resident Tuition Exemption: Honorably discharged veterans are exempt from non-resident tuition rates if they matriculate within two years of discharge.
- Nevada National Guard Fee Waiver: Active members of the Nevada National Guard, their dependent children, and qualifying spouses are eligible for a registration fee waiver for higher education.
Employment Benefits
- Nevada State Hiring Preference for Veterans: Veterans, members of the Nevada Guard, and surviving spouses receive preference points added to state employment exams.
Recreational Benefits
- Hunting & Fishing License: Discounted licenses are available for veterans with a service-connected disability of 50% or more, and active-duty members stationed in Nevada can acquire these licenses at resident rates.
- State Park Admission: Honorably discharged Nevada veterans with a permanent disability of 10% or more receive a pass for free entrance to all state parks.
Veteran Cemeteries Nevada State Veterans Cemeteries: Located in Fernley and Boulder City, these cemeteries offer free plots and services for veterans, with a small fee for spouse or dependent burials.