Veterans Benefits in the State of Colorado

In addition to the benefits granted by the federal government, veterans living in the state of Colorado also have access to a number of veterans benefits granted by that particular state.

Tax Benefits

Veterans in the state of Colorado are the recipients of a number of tax benefits. For example, a U.S. Armed Forces retiree has the right to exclude $20,000 in a given year from his taxable income.

Operation Recognition

This program is designed for those veterans of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam who may not have attained their high school diploma. Those who participate in the program can receive a high school diploma as part of a joint effort between the Colorado Board of Veterans Affairs, the Colorado Department of Education, and the Colorado Association of School Boards.

Special License Plates

Colorado also offers its veterans the right to display special vehicle license plates, which are available at no charge to certain veterans including: Medal of Honor recipients, recipients of the Purple Heart, and some disabled veterans. Other honorably discharged veterans can attain a license plate for a small fee.

Employment Preference

Veterans in the state of Colorado are also given special preference for various types of state employment. Disabled veterans have ten points added to their application, while non-disabled veterans will have five points added.

References

• Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs