Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act
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. This article is brief summary of who may be eligible, and how to find help and more information.
Rights of Maine Renters: Mobile Home Parks
Who is protected by the mobile home park laws?
This section applies to you if you own your mobile home and rent a lot in a mobile home park. Also, these "Rights of Maine Renters" articles apply to you:
Maine National Guard Education Assistance Program
Maine National Guard members may be eligible for full tuition at a state college or university. Learn about the requirements here.
Servicemembers and Veterans of any State Get Reduced Tution in Maine
In-state tuition rates for all servicemembers and veterans.
How to Apply for Veterans Compensation or Pension
There are many good online resources to help you file a VA benefits claim.
We recommend, as one good resource, How to File a VA Claim for Disability Compensation at StatesideLegal.org.
Military Training Qualifying for a Professional License
Are you a veteran considering applying for a Maine Professional license? Your military training may help!
The Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation will consider military training when reviewing applications. This means you may not have to complete certain required training programs.
Maine’s Service Members’ Civil Relief Act
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 Homestead Exemption for Veterans
General Maine Homestead Exemption
All Maine residents who own their homes can claim a homestead tax exemption. Go here to learn more about the basic Maine Homestead Exemption and how service members based in Maine can qualify.
Do I Qualify for the Veteran's Property Tax Exemption?
Use this worksheet to see if you qualify for the Veteran's Property Tax Exemption.
1. Are you a Maine Resident?
Yes. Go to Question 2.
No. You cannot take this exemption.
Maine Laws Supporting Military Servicemembers, Veterans and their Families
Are you being deployed?
Or looking for spousal support from a retired service member?
Or you may be the child of a disabled veteran in need of financial aid?