💰 Property Tax & Financial Relief
• Homestead Property Tax Refund for Veterans:
Income-qualified 100% SC disabled veterans may receive property tax refunds up to $700/year.
🔗 https://www.ksrevenue.gov | ☎ (785) 368-8222
• Military Retirement Income Exemption:
As of 2022, Kansas no longer taxes military retirement pay, including SBP for surviving spouses.
🔗 https://www.ksrevenue.gov | ☎ (785) 368-8222
• Disabled Vet Auto Tax Exemption:
One vehicle owned by a 50%+ SC disabled veteran may be exempt from annual vehicle tax in certain counties. 🔗 https://kcva.ks.gov | ☎ (785) 296-3976
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🧰 Employment, Licensure & Transition
• Veterans' Preference in Hiring:
Applies to state government jobs for honorably discharged veterans and eligible spouses.
🔗 https://admin.ks.gov | ☎ (785) 296-4278
• Kansas Hero Relief Program (Licensure Credit):
Allows veterans to apply military experience toward state certification/licensure (HVAC, EMT, teaching, and more). 🔗 https://ksworks.com | ☎ (877) 509-6757
• Apprenticeships & Career Coaching via KANSASWORKS:
Dedicated veteran staff available at American Job Centers across the state.
🔗 https://www.kansasworks.com | ☎ (877) 509-6757
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🌲 Outdoor & Motor Vehicle Benefits
• Reduced Hunting & Fishing Licenses for DAVs:
Resident veterans with 30%+ SC disability may apply for discounted annual licenses.
🔗 https://ksoutdoors.com | ☎ (620) 672-5911
• Free State Park Access for Disabled Veterans:
DAV license plate holders receive free admission to Kansas state parks.
🔗 https://ksoutdoors.com | ☎ (620) 672-5911
• Military License Plates:
Includes Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart, and Gold Star.
🔗 https://www.ksrevenue.gov/dovplates.html | ☎ (785) 296-3621
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🏠 Veterans Homes, Cemeteries & Local Support
• Kansas Veterans Homes (Fort Dodge & Winfield):
Provide skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, and rehab for eligible veterans.
🔗 https://kcva.ks.gov | ☎ (620) 227-2121 (Fort Dodge) / (620) 221-9479 (Winfield)
• State Veterans Cemetery System (4 locations):
Locations in Fort Dodge, Fort Riley, WaKeeney, and Winfield provide burial benefits to veterans and spouses. 🔗 https://kcva.ks.gov/cemeteries | ☎ (785) 296-3976
• County Veterans Service Officers:
Present in nearly all counties, CVSOs offer guidance for claims, appeals, and records.
🔗 https://kcva.ks.gov/veteran-services | ☎ (785) 296-3976
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🧠 Kansas Veteran Factoid
The Kansas Military Service Scholarship is one of the most generous state-run education programs for post-9/11 combat veterans, offering 100% tuition coverage at public institutions for qualified applicants.
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⚠️ Disclaimer
This is NOT an official handout from DoD, VA, DOL, or FFSC. It was created by Dr. Tony Astro as part of his capstone counseling and veteran education outreach.
🔗 For corrections and updates: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tonyastro