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Texas veteran benefits

Texas layers substantial property-tax, education, land, recreation, and employment programs onto federal veteran benefits.

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Every summary below links to the responsible public agency. Eligibility rules can be case-specific, so use this page as a map and confirm details at the source before acting.

TXTaxes

100% Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemption

Eligibility snapshot

100% disability compensation with a 100% rating, or VA determination of individual unemployability

Exempts the total appraised value of the qualifying veteran’s residence homestead. It does not automatically apply to every property the veteran owns.

Next moveFile the state application with the local appraisal district.
TXTaxes

Scaled Disabled Veteran Property Exemptions

Eligibility snapshot

Generally 10%–99% service-connected ratings

Texas provides partial exemptions that scale with disability rating and may apply to property owned by the qualifying veteran.

Next moveConfirm the current tier and file with the county appraisal district.
TXEducation

Hazlewood Act Tuition Exemption

Eligibility snapshot

Detailed service, entry, residency, discharge, and benefit-use rules apply

May provide up to 150 credit hours of tuition exemption at Texas public institutions. Legacy transfers and spouse or child eligibility have additional conditions.

Next moveReview the current eligibility checklist and apply through the institution—not the database alone.
TXHousing

Veterans Land Board Loan Programs

Eligibility snapshot

Qualifying Texas veterans, service members, and military spouses depending on program

State programs support land, home, and home-improvement financing for eligible Texas veterans.

Next moveCompare current loan programs, rates, and service requirements with the VLB.
TXRecreation

Disabled Veteran Super Combo License

Eligibility snapshot

Qualifying Texas residents with a service-connected disability rating

Eligible disabled veterans may receive a Super Combo hunting and all-water fishing package under current state rules.

Next moveConfirm the rating threshold and documentation with Texas Parks and Wildlife.