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Homestead and Personal Property Tax Exemption: Arkansas' disabled veterans who have been awarded special monthly compensation by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the loss of, or the loss of use of, one (1) or more limbs, for total blindness in one (1) or both eyes, or for service-connected one hundred percent (100%) total and permanent disability shall be exempt from payment of all state taxes on the homestead and personal property owned by the disabled veteran. Surviving spouses, so long as they remain unmarried, and dependent children, during their minority, continue this entitlement. Entitlement is also available if the veteran was killed or died within the scope of his military duties, is missing in action, or died from service connected causes as certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs. If subsequent marriage is terminated, surviving spouse may be reinstated. In all cases, annual re-certification of continued entitlement by the VA is required. (AR Code 26-3-306 et. seq.) (The Arkansas Attorney General's opinion on tax exempt status - Opinion No. 2009-054)
Gross Receipt of Tax Exemption: Gross receipts or proceeds derived from the sale of a new automobile to a veteran who is blind as a result of a service-connected injury. Registration will require an entitlement letter from the VA and will be limited to one new vehicle every two (2) years. This exemption defines automobile as a passenger vehicle or pickup truck but does not include trucks with a maximum gross load in excess of three-quarter (3/4) ton and does not include any trailer. (AR Code 26-52-415 et. seq.)
Gross receipts or gross proceeds derived from the sale of motor vehicles and adaptive equipment to disabled veterans who have purchased the motor vehicles or adaptive equipment with the financial assistance of the Department of Veterans Affairs as provided under 38 U.S.C. §§ 1901 - 1905.
(AR Code 26-52-401(6) et. seq.)
Income Tax Exemption: Provides an exemption for active duty members of the Armed Forces of the first $9,000 of active service pay. (AR Code 26-51-306 et. seq.) Retired members are entitled to $6,000 exemption. (AR Code 26-51-307 et. seq.) These exemptions include Reserve and National Guard components who are residents of the State of Arkansas.
Arkansas State Parks: The Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism provides Arkansas resident veterans, who have a permanent service connected 100% disability rate, the ability to camp for half price in Arkansas State Parks. Proof of 100% status is required. For veterans, this should be a copy of the Awards letter (dated within the last two years) from the Veterans Administration Regional Office or an Arkansas license plate with the letters DV. The discount offered to senior citizens and disabled citizens does not apply to winter rates or Rent-A-Camp options.
Hunting and Fishing License: The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission provides discounted hunting and fishing licenses to Arkansas residents who are 100% totally and permanently disabled.
Resident 3-Year Disability Fishing License - ($10.50) entitles all 100% totally and permanently disabled persons privileges of the Resident Fisheries Conservation License. A trout permit must also be purchased to retain trout or to fish in certain waters. See instructions below.
Resident 3-Year Disability Hunting License - ($25.00) entitles all 100% totally and permanently disabled persons privileges of the Resident Sportsman's License. HIP registration is required to hunt migratory game birds. To hunt waterfowl, state and federal waterfowl stamps are required in addition to HIP. See instructions below.
Resident 3-Year Disability Combination License - ($35.50) entitles all 100% totally and permanently disabled persons privileges of the Resident Sportsman's License (hunting) and the Resident Fisheries Conservation License (fishing). HIP registration is required to hunt game birds. To hunt waterfowl, state and federal waterfowl stamps are required in addition to HIP. A trout permit must also be purchased to fish in certain waters. See instructions below.
Certification will be accepted from Social Security, Veterans Affairs or Railroad Retirement. Proof of 60 days Arkansas residency is required to apply for licenses. Valid for three years from date of purchase, recertification is required for license renewal.
Applications and information are available on-line or by calling 1-800-364-4263 Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Licenses are available from the Commission's Little Rock office or by mail. To purchase a license, please supply the following documentation: (1) Proof of 60 days Arkansas residency, such as a copy of a driver's license or state ID, (2) Acceptable proof of disability, (3) Completed application form, and (4) Payment. If mailing, send to: Arkansas Game & Fish Commission, Resident Disabled License, 2 Natural Resources Drive, Little Rock, AR 72205.
Currently, holders of disabled fishing licenses, along with one current fishing license holder for assistance, are allowed to fish all waters listed under Family Fishing regulations.
Educational Benefits: The Arkansas Department of Higher Education has the authority to provide free tuition and fees at any state supported college, university, technical school, or vocational school; to the spouse and children of any Arkansan who has been declared to be Prisoner of War or placed in a missing-in-action status since January 1, 1960. The same provisions apply to the surviving spouse and children of any Arkansas resident killed in action since 1960. The Arkansas Department of Education is located at 4 Capitol Mall, Little Rock, AR 72201, phone 501-682-4475. (AR Code 6-82-601 et. seq.)
License Plates: The Arkansas Department of Finance & Administration Office of Motor Vehicle will provide (upon receipt of proper certification letters) a number of special privileges and benefits for Arkansas residents, including special license plates.
| World War II (Dec. 7, 1941 to Mar. 2, 1946) | Korean War (Jun. 7, 1950 to Jul. 27, 1954) |
Viet Nam Veteran (Aug. 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975) (in country - Feb. 28, 1961 to Aug. 5, 1964, you must have a DD214 or contact ADVA for assistance to prove service.) |
Persian Gulf (Aug. 2, 1990 to Nov. 30, 1995) |
| Operation Enduring Freedom | |
| Operation Iraqi Freedom | |
| U.S. Armed Forces Retired | |
| Merchant Marine Retired (WWII) | Purple Heart (motorcycle) |
| Ex-Prisoner of War | Pearl Harbor Survivor |
| Congressional Medal of Honor | Distinguished Flying Cross |
| DV DV license tag: Service connected disability (Act 36 of 1969 and Act 349 of 2007) |
DAV DAV license tag: Non-service connected disability (Act 7 of 1949 and Act 30 of 1979) |
| U.S. Armed Forces Reserve | National Guard |
| Gold Star Family |
Employment: The Arkansas Department of Workforce Services provides employment counseling and referral services tailored to the special needs of veterans. They also maintain an ongoing program of job development designed to create jobs and preferences for all veterans, through the Local Veterans Employment Representatives (LVER's) and the Disabled Veterans Outreach program (DVOP).
Diplomas for Veterans: High School Diplomas can be obtained for WWII veterans as well as Korean and Vietnam veterans who were called up for active duty service before finishing high school. Qualifying veterans should contact their school superintendent or the Arkansas Department of Education.