Wyoming provides a range of benefits and support for its veterans, covering various aspects such as housing, education, employment, recreation, and additional services.
Housing and Financial Benefits
- Property Tax Exemption: Eligible disabled veterans in Wyoming may qualify for a property tax exemption on their primary residence. To be eligible, veterans must have a service-connected disability rated at 50% or higher.
- Veterans Property Tax Exemption for Surviving Spouses: Surviving spouses of veterans who died in service or as a result of service-connected disabilities may be eligible for a property tax exemption on their primary residence.
Education Benefits
- Wyoming Veterans Education Benefits: Wyoming offers education benefits to eligible veterans and their dependents through programs such as the Veterans Service Education Program (VSEP) and the Veterans Education Assistance Program (VEAP). Eligibility criteria typically include residency requirements and specific military service criteria.
- National Guard Tuition Assistance: Members of the Wyoming National Guard may be eligible for tuition assistance for higher education pursuits. Eligibility requirements may include service in good standing and enrollment in eligible educational programs.
Employment Support
- Wyoming Veterans Commission Employment Services: The Wyoming Veterans Commission provides employment resources and assistance to veterans, including job training, resume building, and job placement services. Eligibility typically includes veteran status and may vary based on specific programs.
- Veterans Preference in State Employment: Eligible veterans receive preference in state government employment opportunities in Wyoming. Preference points are awarded based on factors such as military service, disability, and wartime service.
Recreational Benefits
- Free Hunting and Fishing Licenses: Wyoming offers free hunting and fishing licenses to certain disabled veterans and former POWs. Eligible veterans must have a service-connected disability rated at 50% or higher.
- Reduced Fee State Park Pass: Wyoming provides reduced fee or free state park passes to eligible disabled veterans and former POWs. Eligibility criteria may include disability rating and POW status.
Additional Services and Programs
Veterans Transportation Assistance: Wyoming offers transportation assistance programs to help veterans access medical appointments, employment opportunities, and other essential services. Eligibility criteria may vary based on specific programs and services.
Wyoming Veterans Homes: Wyoming operates veterans homes that provide long-term care and rehabilitation services to eligible veterans. Priority admission is typically given to veterans with service-connected disabilities and those in need of skilled nursing care.