Texas Veteran Benefits
2026 Complete Guide
Texas offers 10 state-specific veteran benefits across property tax exemptions, vehicle benefits, education programs, and more. Below is a detailed breakdown of every benefit available to disabled veterans in TX, including eligibility requirements and how they stack with your federal VA benefits.
10
State Benefits
5
Categories
50+
Federal Benefits
378+
Discounts
Texas State-Specific Benefits
Education Benefits (1)
Hazlewood Act Tuition Exemption
Up to 150 credit hours of free tuition at Texas public colleges and universities. Can be transferred to one child via the Legacy program.
Hunting & Fishing (1)
Free Super Combo Hunting & Fishing License
Free Super Combo package (hunting, fishing, all endorsements) for disabled veterans with 50%+ rating or loss of use of a foot/leg.
Property Tax Exemptions (5)
10-29% Disabled Veteran Partial Exemption
$5,000 exemption from the property's assessed value.
30-49% Disabled Veteran Partial Exemption
$7,500 exemption from the property's assessed value.
50-69% Disabled Veteran Partial Exemption
$10,000 exemption from the property's assessed value.
70-100% Disabled Veteran Partial Exemption
$12,000 exemption from the property's assessed value.
100% Disabled Veteran Total Homestead Exemption
Complete exemption from property taxes on residence homestead for veterans rated 100% disabled or receiving TDIU.
State Parks & Recreation (1)
Free Texas State Parks Admission
Free admission to all Texas state parks (Parklands Disabled Veteran Passport) for veterans with 60%+ disability.
Vehicle Benefits (2)
Disabled Veteran License Plates
DV plates with $3 specialty plate fee, waived annual registration. Available for 50%+ disability or 40%+ due to lower extremity amputation.
Free Driver's License
Free Texas driver's license or ID card for veterans with 60%+ service-connected disability.
2026 Federal Compensation Rates
In addition to Texas state benefits, all veterans receive federal tax-free disability compensation. Here are the 2026 rates for a single veteran:
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