| Military retirement pay | Exempt. For tax years starting on or after January 1, 2022, all military retirees can exclude 100% of military retirement benefits from Nebraska taxable income, as long as the amount is in federal AGI. No election or special form is needed. |
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| Property tax | Veterans with a permanent 100% service-connected rating (or 100% pay for individual unemployability) get a full homestead exemption, regardless of home value or income. Paraplegic or multiple-amputee veterans whose home was largely paid for by the VA also qualify. Veterans with a non-service-connected total disability get a partial exemption based on income. You must own and live in the home from January 1 through August 15, and apply with your county assessor between February 1 and June 30. |
| Military retirement pay exclusion Taxes | 100% of military retirement benefits are excluded from Nebraska income tax. |
| Disabled veteran homestead exemption Taxes | Full property tax exemption on the homestead for 100% service-connected veterans; apply with the county assessor February 1 to June 30. |
| Disabled veteran vehicle tax exemption Vehicles & ID | Starting January 1, 2026, a disabled or blind veteran can exempt one personal vehicle from the Motor Vehicle Tax and Fee. Apply through the county treasurer. |
| Nebraska Veterans' Homes Health & Homes | State veterans homes in Bellevue, Kearney, Norfolk and Scottsbluff. |
| State veterans cemeteries Burial | State veterans cemeteries in Alliance and Grand Island. |
| Waiver of Tuition Education | Eligible dependents can have 100% of tuition and related fees waived at University of Nebraska campuses, state colleges and community colleges. It does not cover housing, food, parking or books. |
| Free lifetime hunting and park permits Recreation | Resident veterans rated 50% or more get a free lifetime small game permit with all state stamps and a free lifetime state park entry permit. |
| State hiring preference Jobs | Veterans who pass an exam get 5% added to their score, with another 5% for disabled veterans. |
Last checked 2026-11. State rules change often; confirm with Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs before you rely on any benefit.