Veterans

There are many good online resources to help you file a VA benefits claim.

Introduction The Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act of 2016 is a law that may allow many combat-injured veterans to claim a refund or credit from the IRS.

If You or Your Spouse Have Been in the Armed Services You May Get Special Benefits When Applying for a State Job Maine gives benefits to some former members of the armed services and thei

General Maine Homestead Exemption

What does the electronic benefits system mean for me? Starting on  May 1, 2013 all Social Security and VA benefits recipients will get their benefits electronically. Paper checks will no

Families of certain military veterans can attend a state-supported Maine college or vocational school tuition-free. This does not apply, however, to all veterans' families.

Maine law gives certain protections if you are in the National Guard or the U.S. Armed Forces Reserve.  These rules apply when you are called to active duty for more than 30 days.

Maine Law Maine law protects you when you are in the National Guard or the Reserves of the United States Armed Forces and receive orders.

Are you a veteran considering applying for a Maine Professional license?  Your military training may help!

There are two laws the protect service members who will have a hard time participating in a court or administrative proceeding because of their military duties. They are:

Maine National Guard members may be eligible for full tuition at a state college or university. Learn about the requirements here.

Introduction Many people with connections to the U.S. Military are unaware of current laws that are meant to help them cope with the sacrifices of military service.  Are you:

Your rights as a parent do not stop when you are in the military and called to active duty.

Federal and State Law Federal and state law allow money from military retirement pay to be withheld to meet most child support and spousal support (alimony) obligations.

Maine has a protection from abuse (PFA) law for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, and stalking.

In-state tuition rates for all servicemembers and veterans.