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Explore How States are Supporting Military Families
Across the country, states are advancing thoughtful policies, programs, and partnerships that strengthen support for military and veteran-connected families. This toolkit brings together those efforts in one shared, accessible place.
Select a state on the map to explore local initiatives, or browse the full database below to discover ideas and opportunities being activated nationwide.
Darker shaded states are a Do Your Part state.
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Nebraska Residency for Tuition Purposes for Service Members, Veterans and their Dependents
Nebraska allows service members, veterans, and their dependents to qualify for in-state tuition, reducing financial barriers to higher education during and after military-related relocations.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Financial Stability (Fee Waiver, Food Insecurity), Financial Support
Nebraska Revised Statute, Chapter 55, Section 601, 602, 605
Nebraska law (Nebraska Revised Statute, Chapter 55, Section 601, 602, 605) includes military-connected representation on a statewide defense board that advises policymakers on quality-of-life issues affecting service members, veterans, and military families.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Belonging, Belonging & Community, Community Integration Support
The Nebraska DMV offers six distinctive military license plates to honor the service and sacrifice of service members, veterans, and their families.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Belonging, Belonging & Community, Belonging/Community Support
Nebraska recognizes military-friendly schools that demonstrate strong supports, resources, and points of contact for military-connected students and their families.
Populations: Military Children Topics: Belonging, Belonging & Community, Community Integration Support
Nebraska allows nonresident active-duty service members stationed in the state to purchase hunting, fishing, and fur harvest permits at resident rates, helping support quality of life during assignments.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Fee Waiver, Financial Stability (Fee Waiver, Food Insecurity), Financial Support
Expands the legal definition of “Armed Forces” to include the U.S. Space Force, ensuring Space Force service members are recognized in state law and eligible for the same benefits, protections, and programs as other military branches.
Populations: Military Children Topics: Removing Bureaucratic Barriers, Resource Systems Navigation
Nebraska excludes certain income for National Guard members from state taxation, supporting financial stability, readiness, and family well-being during military service.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Financial Stability (Fee Waiver, Food Insecurity), Financial Support
Nebraska provides tuition credits to National Guard and Reserve members, supporting higher education, career advancement, and family stability while enhancing readiness and reintegration.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Financial Stability (Fee Waiver, Food Insecurity), Financial Support
Pay Compensation for Nebraska National Guard Service Members ordered to Active Duty: National Guard and Reserve program providing readiness, reintegration, benefits, or family support resources in Nebraska.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Financial Stability (Fee Waiver, Food Insecurity), Financial Support
Nebraska offers discounted combination hunting, fishing, and fur harvest permits to eligible deployed service members, helping reduce recreational costs during or following deployment.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Fee Waiver, Financial Stability (Fee Waiver, Food Insecurity), Financial Support
Nebraska allows state employees who serve in the reserve components to take military leave, helping service members maintain employment, access career opportunities, and balance service obligations with civilian work.
Participates in the Military Interstate Children’s Compact (MIC3), which supports military-connected students and families by standardizing school enrollment, placement, eligibility, and graduation requirements during interstate transitions.
Populations: Military Children Topics: Belonging, Belonging & Community, Dependent Child Education, Education
Nebraska supports National Guard and Reserve members and their families through the Community Partnership Program, providing resources and services that enhance readiness, reintegration, and family well-being.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Other, Resource Systems Navigation
Military members serving outside the state and their families may renew their driver's license online or follow the military exemption process.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Removing Bureaucratic Barriers, Resource Systems Navigation
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