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Military Retirement Pay Will Now Be Tax Free in These 5 States

March 17, 2022 by USMilitary.org

Thanks to new laws that were passed, military retirement pay will now be tax free in five more states.

Over 100,000 military retirees will benefit from the new laws and see extra money in their pockets.

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Here are the five states that decided to no longer tax military retirement pay:

  • Arizona
  • North Carolina
  • Utah
  • Indiana
  • Nebraska

Military retirees living in Arizona, North Carolina and Utah will see the changes take effect immediately.

For those who live in Indiana or Nebraska, the changes will become effective with the 2022 tax year, according to Military.com.

The addition of these five states brings the total number of states that do not tax military retirement income to 26.

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Here’s an updated list of all U.S. states that don’t tax military retirement pay:

  • Alabama
  • Arizona
  • Arkansas
  • Connecticut
  • Hawaii
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Louisiana
  • Maine
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi 
  • Missouri
  • Nebraska
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Pennsylvania
  • Utah
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin

Five more states deciding to not tax military retirement income is a good move in the right direction, hopefully more states will follow suit soon.

Filed Under: Military News Tagged With: retirement

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Jose Pagan says

    February 25, 2022 at 9:55 pm

    Virginia next please

    • Chuck D says

      February 25, 2022 at 10:07 pm

      I agree, Virginia get onboard soon

      • Ursula Lundy says

        February 26, 2022 at 5:44 am

        I bet they wont, that state taxes absolutely everything. Will they make the survivor benefit tax-free too??

        • Eddie R Cox says

          March 4, 2022 at 9:17 pm

          All veterans should be tax free of all taxes in all states. We have already paid our “FAIR” share…as Biden says

          • Torry says

            March 4, 2022 at 9:33 pm

            Amen! You said it. Heck it should be a Nationwide Law. We served the country not the state!

          • Bonnie Gosier Cody says

            March 6, 2022 at 5:12 pm

            Right on!!! All state veterans NEED STATE TAX FREEDOM NOW!!!!!!
            We ALL DESERVE IT!!!

          • Angie Bains says

            March 18, 2022 at 7:49 pm

            Is it just state tax free or you still pay federal taxes on it?

          • HUEY WYCHE says

            March 18, 2022 at 11:25 pm

            I totally agree with that statement. Always a battle for freedom, even at home. Free from tax would be a great “Thank You” from our states.

          • MICHAEL WILLIAMS says

            March 19, 2022 at 12:42 am

            Totally agree, brother!

          • Darlene says

            March 19, 2022 at 1:03 am

            I agree all military retirement should be tax free

        • WILLIE CHAFEN says

          March 18, 2022 at 8:41 pm

          Yeah everyone but Georgia

          • David says

            March 18, 2022 at 9:14 pm

            Georgia doesn’t tax military or government retirements. Only 5.9 of federal on the retirements

          • Toni says

            March 19, 2022 at 2:07 pm

            Georgia does tax military retirement. In a bill this year that would exempt up to $35,000 a year in military retirement income from state income tax was passed in February 2022 by the state House.

            Representatives voted 161-0 for House Bill 1064, under which the state is projected to forgo an estimated $55 million to $60 million in taxes annually. The measure moves to the Senate for more debate.

      • Peggy says

        March 4, 2022 at 11:47 pm

        Alaska next please

        • Dottie Timmer says

          March 19, 2022 at 1:13 am

          Yes Alaska please

          • Sgt. Cisco says

            March 19, 2022 at 3:49 pm

            Cisco said what happen to Nevada, Let’s get on board. We have a lot of Vets who are retired also.

    • James E Spates says

      February 26, 2022 at 5:38 pm

      Agreed, but all states SHOULD look at this blue print and offer this or one hell of a tax break.
      Georgia are you listening!!!

      • William C.Bush says

        February 26, 2022 at 6:09 pm

        Georgia with the military basis that are located in this state you would think that if They really mean what they say—-”THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE.” . THE TAXES WOULD BE A START.

        • nn says

          March 4, 2022 at 11:49 pm

          Amen to that

        • Glenwood Shearer says

          March 18, 2022 at 10:51 pm

          California next?

          • OS1 (SW) USN-RET. says

            March 18, 2022 at 11:59 pm

            Don’t hold your breath .California is so fare Left I think It has Left the United States !

    • Gary Williams says

      February 26, 2022 at 11:14 pm

      how about Tenn. also

      • Brandie Elizalde says

        March 18, 2022 at 8:53 pm

        Tenn should be on the list. Be proud to support your brave Men and Women that have supported Tennessee! They should also get tax free homes and cars. A lot of your Veterans don’t make enough money to pay these taxes and can’t work because of disabilities received in the Military.

        • Ronald Herrington says

          March 19, 2022 at 6:09 pm

          Absolutely, I hope the Tennessee State Legislature will follow suit and make all Veteran retirement benefits tax free (i.e. retirement income, homes and autos).

    • Steve Foti says

      March 5, 2022 at 12:09 am

      Agree – Sooner the Better!

    • ROBERT Kosiba says

      March 5, 2022 at 8:06 pm

      It would benefit the many retired vets in Florida Gov Desantis love Bob (R)

      • David says

        March 18, 2022 at 8:20 pm

        Florida has no state income tax.

        • Joe says

          March 18, 2022 at 9:51 pm

          The “Live Free or Die” state of New Hampshire has no state income tax.

      • Nancy says

        March 18, 2022 at 8:53 pm

        No state or city tax in Fl.

      • Je says

        March 19, 2022 at 1:45 am

        Florida doesn.t have state income taxry

    • Keekee says

      March 6, 2022 at 5:58 am

      This law should be passed in all states. Especially veterans who served 20+ years!

      • Carmen West says

        March 19, 2022 at 1:04 pm

        Heck yeah!!! We that served the 20+ years no matter what state we’re in should get that retirement tax free. We’ll see.

      • Smiley says

        March 19, 2022 at 1:04 pm

        Heck yeah!!! We that served the 20+ years no matter what state we’re in should get that retirement tax free. We’ll see.

    • Robert miller says

      March 18, 2022 at 9:00 pm

      They forgot to include Nevada

    • VICKIE L MOTT says

      March 18, 2022 at 9:01 pm

      yes virginia get onboard

    • Izeal says

      March 18, 2022 at 9:05 pm

      Yeah what’s up with South Carolina for veterans retirement why the holdup

      • Michael Jones says

        March 19, 2022 at 1:40 am

        Yes I’m in that boat. South Carolina needs to get onboard!

    • BARBARA Cloninger says

      March 19, 2022 at 1:05 am

      Heck I’m Air Guard with mixed service. Sitting here with 29 total yrs no all active but man at 47 I’d love to finally cash in. On a Mitary retirement and not wait till in 60 this is becoming rough, doing this daily for the last 24yrs has its toll on you. So I’m hoping they change the current rule..

    • Larry says

      March 19, 2022 at 5:25 am

      Federal Tax should be tax free also.

  2. Cindy says

    February 25, 2022 at 9:55 pm

    Is there a petition we can sign to get the rest of the states on board?

    • Jeane Freeman says

      February 25, 2022 at 11:04 pm

      Military retirement pay should be tax-free for State and Feds!

      • Keith Gatton says

        February 28, 2022 at 12:41 am

        I agree 💯 %

      • Artie Maynard says

        March 18, 2022 at 11:49 pm

        Retired railroad is not taxed by the federal government I’m not sure why military retirement is.

    • Janet Newton says

      February 25, 2022 at 11:06 pm

      When might California get on board?

      • William Grijalba says

        February 25, 2022 at 11:40 pm

        You kidding how they finance Illegals

      • Jeff says

        March 4, 2022 at 9:27 pm

        Wait for the outcome of the Midterms and Governor race. Change is good! Vote!!

    • Larry May says

      March 4, 2022 at 9:28 pm

      Come on kentucky, don’t you care bout us veterans

      • Henry Caswell says

        March 4, 2022 at 11:01 pm

        With Ky having billions laid back, they definitely have the resources to help us veterans.

  3. Saundra says

    February 25, 2022 at 9:59 pm

    What about Texas

    • Roger Henson says

      February 25, 2022 at 10:03 pm

      I live in Texas as well and totally agree!
      How do we or who do we get in contact with to ensure our State is added to this list?

      • Vaughn says

        February 25, 2022 at 10:11 pm

        Texas does not have State Income Tax.

        • Jacqueline says

          February 26, 2022 at 12:19 am

          This is for Federal Tax.

          • Jim Mofford says

            March 5, 2022 at 1:01 am

            I wish but you are quite incorrect this is absoluteiy for state income taxnot fedral. Federal does offer a taxbreak.

          • Jerry says

            March 19, 2022 at 1:50 am

            Papaj

      • James Espinoza says

        February 25, 2022 at 10:29 pm

        There is no state income tax in Texas.

        • Adonius Ridley says

          February 25, 2022 at 11:09 pm

          Ok, so what and what do that have to do with not taxing our military retirement

          • Jacqueline says

            February 26, 2022 at 12:17 am

            Thus isn’t about State Tax…it’s referring to Federal Tax. SC is pushing for it now & hopefully, it gets approved!

        • Tom says

          February 25, 2022 at 11:15 pm

          Yea, i was wondering why the writer missed that?

      • John T. Mooney says

        February 26, 2022 at 1:43 am

        Texas has no income tax., so it is already not taxed by the state.

      • Richard N says

        March 4, 2022 at 10:28 pm

        You morons asking about Texas, Texas has no state income tax. If you are stupid enough to believe this is about federal income tax, when did a state, any state EVER decide what is exempt from federal tax?

    • Michael says

      February 25, 2022 at 10:05 pm

      What about Tennessee ? For vets on 100% disabled.

      • Marti says

        March 18, 2022 at 8:50 pm

        If you are 100% disabled it’s tax free (state and federal)

    • Tiffany says

      February 25, 2022 at 10:10 pm

      In Texas you have to 100% disabled VA rated and retirement pay to request tax exempt.

      • Robert Carnahan says

        February 25, 2022 at 10:23 pm

        Who do you contact to get this done? I’m 100% VA disabled and retired after

      • John Smith says

        February 25, 2022 at 10:57 pm

        I live in Texas, and I pay no state taxes on my military retirement pay.

        • Kenneth White says

          March 4, 2022 at 9:30 pm

          but you pay federal tax

    • John T. Mooney says

      February 26, 2022 at 1:49 am

      Texas has no state income tax, so your military retirement check is not taxed by Texas. This article is talking about STATE income tax, not FEDERAL income tax. That is why the states that do not have state income tax are not mentioned. –Texas, Tennessee, Nevada, etc.

    • Elmer Johnson says

      February 26, 2022 at 4:34 am

      Texas has no Income Tax for anyone!

    • Michael says

      March 5, 2022 at 12:29 am

      Texas doesn’t have a state income tax.

    • John says

      March 5, 2022 at 11:47 am

      Texas doesn’t have a state income tax, so it’s amoot point. I think that the author should have included TX on the list, but there is no tax bring withheld by Texas.

  4. TROY McCall says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:00 pm

    When is California going to be on the list?
    I will sign

    • James P Busbin says

      February 25, 2022 at 10:05 pm

      Never !

    • David Fulkerson (CSM-R) says

      February 25, 2022 at 10:52 pm

      Cali is Tax Vacuum and not a Veteran friendly state! Let’s be honest…

      • Herb says

        February 26, 2022 at 7:16 am

        They are especially NOT military friendly. When I lived there and was an Oregon resident they didn’t tax my pay, What they did was use it to increase the taxable amount for anything I and my wife did to earn extra money…
        I figured my taxes without the income at all and then by the law. Guess what, it was a large increase in my taxes.

  5. george I. martin says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:07 pm

    C’mon Bernie, why isn’t Vermont on this list. I can tell you why. Vermont has no love for those who fought to preserve their safety.

  6. James Rector says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:10 pm

    What about New Mexico, I have here since 2014 & they are mililary retirement.

    • Dave LeBlanc says

      February 25, 2022 at 11:00 pm

      Far left state.

  7. Jennifer says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:10 pm

    What about GA?

  8. BJ Fortier says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:12 pm

    When will Georgia be tax free. Why do some states get tax free and others don’t? The states that is not getting tax free is the government saying those vets are not worthy to have the same? Those vets are just as important as the rest. Just isn’t fair!!!!!

    • Antonio says

      February 25, 2022 at 11:03 pm

      I agree ga is not vet friendly and should get on board ga has a high homeless population and a nice percentage are veterans

      • Joyce Essien says

        February 26, 2022 at 1:57 am

        Ditto ?

        [email protected]

  9. Stephen Blair says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:14 pm

    What’s the status on Alaska…

    • Jim Mofford says

      February 25, 2022 at 10:57 pm

      None nor would this be any change for you.

    • David Boudreau says

      March 4, 2022 at 9:45 pm

      no tax

  10. Madeline Palmer says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:16 pm

    My husband has been retired but not disabled, no tax relief, and property taxes are climbing.

  11. 50RWF says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:17 pm

    Tennessee doesn’t have a state tax for anyone.

  12. Félix says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:18 pm

    What about Puerto Rico Fellix

    • Dave LeBlanc says

      February 25, 2022 at 11:03 pm

      P R is not a state yet. However, the Dems are trying to make PR & District of Columbia states for the senate. Let’s hope that doesn’t happen.

      • David Mosley says

        February 26, 2022 at 2:13 am

        why not make them states,they received all benefits an rights just like the other 50 states.

        • AgentJB74 says

          February 26, 2022 at 3:15 am

          Making PR and DC states will cause a much larger issue than just tax free retirement. Those are dem controlled areas already so statehood for both would bring in 4 new dummycratic seats, virtually ensuring this country continues its downward spiral and lefty policies of the past 13 months!

          • Kenneth White says

            March 4, 2022 at 9:35 pm

            boy you are bitter why does everything have to be dem or rep we are all men and we are supposed to work together you all act like children

          • R. A. DeJesus says

            March 4, 2022 at 10:08 pm

            For those who have no knowledge about PR, the current and two previous governors of PR have been Republicans. And the party pushing the statehood is and has been the Republican Party. The Democrats in PR have been fighting against the statehood for decades.

          • H. says

            March 18, 2022 at 9:19 pm

            What does being a democrat or republican have to do with being a veteran and the country being behind its vets. We are the ones that have had to fight for the rights and democracy of the US. It does not matter what party affiliate anyone belongs to.

  13. Patricia Broyles says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:26 pm

    What about the widows and widowers receiving SBP.

  14. Carlos E Vega says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:30 pm

    What about Florida, if other states get theirs tax free, how come the other states can do the same and get their approved as well. Let’s help ALL VETERANS, we deserve it.

  15. Larry says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:32 pm

    Since Florida has no state tax the military retirement pay is also not taxed by the state of Florida.

    • Joanna says

      February 26, 2022 at 3:30 pm

      It may be tax free from the state, however, it is taxed by federal!

      • Chris B says

        February 28, 2022 at 5:43 pm

        Yes, so this changes nothing.

  16. Steve Miller (not THAT one) says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:40 pm

    Some of you may want to take a closer look at your monthly Retiree Account Statement.
    Like Tennessee and Texas, Alaska does not have a state income tax, so the author can add Alaska to the list.

  17. Michael says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:41 pm

    Mike asks—What about the same “no tax on military retirement” for those of us that live in Colorado and that are combat wounded/disabled.

  18. KENNETH L LINSINBIGLER says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:47 pm

    I’m a retire vet in pa when will they start not taxing vets

    • Kj says

      February 26, 2022 at 12:01 am

      No state tax in PA for military retirement kj

  19. KENNETH L LINSINBIGLER says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:55 pm

    Sorry didn’t see the list above righ

  20. Jerry says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:55 pm

    What we need is the Federal Government to stop taxing a soldiers retirement pay

  21. Jim Mofford says

    February 25, 2022 at 10:55 pm

    This is state income tax free not us income tax free. Be sure that your state has state income taxes if yours doesn’t then there is no change.

  22. Richard says

    February 25, 2022 at 11:02 pm

    Washington should take a closer look at all retirement pay not being taxed. It is something that has been earned by the veterans and it should be theirs to fully enjoy.

  23. Kevin burningham says

    February 25, 2022 at 11:15 pm

    I will enjoy this no taxable income from our military. But since this was passed please be aware that you will still have to include this as income and will have to get taxed at the end.when you file your taxes. I now have to drop my total deduction by one to stay ahead.

  24. Mike Burton says

    February 25, 2022 at 11:22 pm

    The State of Washington has no income tax, therefor it does not tax either military pay or retired military pay

  25. Joel says

    February 25, 2022 at 11:57 pm

    Federal tax free…

  26. Charles Ehy says

    February 26, 2022 at 12:17 am

    How about shaking up Inslee in WA,never gonna happen ,he’s to money hungry!!!!!

    • Charles Anderson says

      March 4, 2022 at 10:45 pm

      Same thing I was just thinking about but of course all of us Retired military members know he won’t do that he keeps wanting more taxes so he can put it in his pocket

  27. Henry Corey says

    February 26, 2022 at 12:26 am

    Georgia immediately please!

    • Rafael Colondres says

      March 4, 2022 at 9:34 pm

      Georgia sucks on all type of taxes… property tax in Muskogee county for me is $5,000 a year. This state makes a living from the retired soldiers and the military.

      DOD should remove our military bases from GA.

  28. Martin Hall says

    February 26, 2022 at 12:56 am

    I live in Alaska and cost of living is a bear, why can’t we get on this list…please!

    • Chris B says

      February 28, 2022 at 6:06 pm

      Because you don’t have a STATE income tax.

  29. Keith H Finley says

    February 26, 2022 at 1:08 am

    Oklahoma does not tax military retirement.

  30. Ralph Ray says

    February 26, 2022 at 3:30 am

    new mexico need,s to start no tax fed and state

  31. Rickie Childs says

    February 26, 2022 at 3:34 am

    All veterans who have served this country and defended this great nation, and blessed to enjoy life with retirement pay, should be TAX FREE income for all veterans in every state. So, Virginia, get on board and lead the way for the rest of the states to unite with tax free military retired pay for all!!!

    Let’s Go Virginia!!!!!!

  32. Tonya Walker says

    February 26, 2022 at 3:37 am

    I’d receive benefits if I was eligible. 727n 17th st. Belleville,Il 62226 What about retirement?

  33. Mitch says

    February 26, 2022 at 5:15 am

    Montana needs to get on board for tax free retirement military pay

  34. Steven Morgan says

    February 26, 2022 at 8:28 am

    I’m also a retired veteran, also VA disability, short to small income, I live in Nevada, no state tax, but every year I owe federal income tax, I’m 70 yrs now and trying to make ends meet for me and my wife, I strongly feel that we served our country we should not have to pay federal taxes on our retirement pay, please just let us live in peace, and not owe the government for serving our country.

  35. Steve says

    February 26, 2022 at 9:38 am

    Disability is non taxable

  36. Kathy Sawyer says

    February 26, 2022 at 11:15 am

    I think Oklahoma should certainly be on that list! This has always been a lower income for households the retirees who pass away leave a widow that every little bit will help out. Thank you for letting me comment.
    Kathy Sawyer
    A disabled Old Widow counting on my husband’s retirement!

  37. Christopher Cook says

    February 26, 2022 at 12:25 pm

    Oregon, I’ve paid my dues so please get on board

  38. Deborah Poutre says

    February 26, 2022 at 12:51 pm

    Florida has quite a number of retired Military, why are we not on this list?

    • Chris B says

      February 28, 2022 at 5:53 pm

      Because you don’t have a STATE income tax for ANY income.

  39. Davis L Smales says

    February 26, 2022 at 1:24 pm

    Who do we get in contact with ti see about Oklahoma? Is there an E-mail?

    • Chris B says

      February 28, 2022 at 5:51 pm

      Because you don’t have a STATE income tax for ANY income.

  40. Eric Bearden says

    February 26, 2022 at 1:39 pm

    Maryland needs to be on this list ASAP. MD is one state that taxes everything no relief for Veterans at all. Please tell us how these states went through the process, that will be helpful in raising the issue in MD.

  41. Howard Muller says

    February 26, 2022 at 1:41 pm

    I have seen the list and I to want to know where is Florida on this issue, ????

    • David Boudreau says

      March 4, 2022 at 9:37 pm

      no tax

  42. Efrain Mark says

    February 26, 2022 at 3:02 pm

    I am currently in Florida looking to move and understand Florida does not have state or tax military retirement income. Is this not true?

    • David Boudreau says

      March 4, 2022 at 9:36 pm

      true

  43. john Davidowski says

    February 26, 2022 at 6:57 pm

    OK California! Get off your dead butt and join in!!!!!!! John G. do something for us veterans

  44. ej says

    February 26, 2022 at 10:14 pm

    I live in Michigan and did my taxes and it was taxed

  45. Jay A Soncrant says

    February 26, 2022 at 10:17 pm

    What about Colorado? I’m 100% VA PT and Army retiree.

  46. Jonathan says

    February 27, 2022 at 4:49 am

    Let’s go TX, what the hell are you waiting for, an invitation? There’s 15 military bases here. This is the least you could do!!

    • David Boudreau says

      March 4, 2022 at 9:35 pm

      not taxed in Texas

  47. Bruce says

    February 27, 2022 at 9:16 pm

    Florida I hope that they would stop taxing our retirement we have the largest veteran population outside of California and they taxes everything they would tax air if they could get away with it

    • David Boudreau says

      March 4, 2022 at 9:35 pm

      not true it isn’t taxed in Florida

      • Mary Bechstein says

        March 20, 2022 at 12:57 am

        I am a widow of a Veteran, but i personally think so many people do not give what all Vets and the military deserve!!!!! They need to thank them for there service everyday, and respect them for everything they have done for us and this country!!!! People soon forget they lay down their life every day to protect us in this sooo troubled world.. i even think all those rich nuts in Washington should say no retirement check should be taxed on after you have worked 35 40 years!!!! Wish I could afford to show my refrig with all that expensive ice cream in it

  48. Chris B says

    February 28, 2022 at 5:44 pm

    The states mentioned all have STATE income taxes. They have only decided to no longer consider military retirement pay taxable for STATE income tax. If you live in a state that has no STATE income tax then, of course, your military retirement pay isn’t taxed by the STATE. STATES do not decide what income the FEDS can tax. The FEDS do that. If you live in Texas, Florida, Tennessee, Wyoming, or any other state that DOES NOT have a STATE income tax, then there is nothing for the STATES to change regarding the taxable status of military retirement pay. If you live in a state that DOES have a STATE income tax, then your retirement pay may be taxed. In Illinois, our military retirement pay is tax-exempt, but my other earned income (read: paycheck) is taxable. Hopes this clears it up for anyone wanting to know when Tennessee, Texas, Florida, or any other state that DOES NOT have a STATE income tax, is going to change their non-existent STATE income tax to exempt their military retirement pay.

  49. Kathy Travis says

    March 4, 2022 at 9:18 pm

    Well, Wa State Governor will never allow this to happen. He one greedy asshat and will take every dime he can get his hands on!

  50. Stephen Lee says

    March 4, 2022 at 9:24 pm

    Florida should be tax free also

    • David Boudreau says

      March 4, 2022 at 9:31 pm

      it is

  51. David Boudreau says

    March 4, 2022 at 9:30 pm

    what about the states that have no income tax at all, Nevada, Washington, Wyoming, Texas, Florida and Tennessee? Why are they not on the list? 26 + 6 = 32

    • David Boudreau says

      March 4, 2022 at 9:39 pm

      Alaska too! 33 in all

  52. Hastings Lamb III says

    March 4, 2022 at 9:35 pm

    Eliminating taxes of any kind, especially in Montana, is like taking dope away from an addict cold turkey or worse. Politicians, especially democrats, treat taxes collected as if their life depended on them.

  53. Harold Warr says

    March 4, 2022 at 9:38 pm

    Georgia Please Help your Retired Veterans. We put in so much we are deserving of this. Thank you.

  54. Curt Piper says

    March 4, 2022 at 9:40 pm

    NOTHING from the Left Coast. I should move eastward.

  55. Philip Edwards says

    March 4, 2022 at 9:42 pm

    When might Rhode Island get on board? The neighboring states did it. The last time it was brought up at the state house the speaker said there was too many officers retired and doesn’t need a tax break.

  56. Curt Piper says

    March 4, 2022 at 9:49 pm

    This is a misleading – even deceptive headline (“Military Retirement Pay Will Now Be Tax Free in These 5 States”). Taxes will continue to be paid at the Federal level (basically, taking back some of the money that they send us every paycheck). This report only covers what STATES tax or don’t tax. Uncle Sam still gets his cut. Still – it’s significant. Whereas if U.S. takes 15% and the State takes 10%, that’s a serious chunk.

  57. pernell parker says

    March 4, 2022 at 10:25 pm

    Well the state of New Jersey has been taxing my military pension since 1999 but tax laws state I can only go back 3 years so someone is enjoying my earn money

  58. Julious Holloway says

    March 4, 2022 at 10:40 pm

    Giving and Sacrificing your life for a country this should be enough for any retired vet !

  59. Victor W Clukey says

    March 5, 2022 at 12:33 am

    I agree with most of the statements above, however, if the federal government wants to do something for all r
    veterans they should pass a law exempting all military retirement pay.

  60. Hal Davis says

    March 5, 2022 at 1:23 am

    What about those who could not retire but are on VA service connected Disability? Isn’t disability already tax free?

    • Terry says

      March 5, 2022 at 3:53 am

      You are correct. VA disability payments are tax free.

  61. J. George says

    March 5, 2022 at 2:41 am

    How about the Federal Govt (IRS) give all GI’s retirement payment free of Fed tax.

  62. Brian says

    March 5, 2022 at 2:50 am

    Florida, I didn’t see you on the list…WHY??

  63. Sa.pson Bruner says

    March 5, 2022 at 3:40 am

    Oklahoma don’t tax military retirement

  64. Paula Hood says

    March 5, 2022 at 2:01 pm

    California is desperately in need of not taxing military retirement pay. The cost of living is already expensive. Why loose military families to other states? Change the tax laws for retirees in California.

  65. Nancy Smith says

    March 5, 2022 at 2:20 pm

    While it is nice that some states have jumped on this, what is holding up the rest of the states from the same? And why is it the military retirement is considered income in the federal system?

  66. Rick A Peters says

    March 5, 2022 at 2:32 pm

    I’m a military retire, and I could use the tax break but I joined the military to serve my country not to expect a tax break, however I would take it if it was offered.

  67. Orlando says

    March 6, 2022 at 2:30 pm

    Florida does not tax military retired pay.
    Florida was left off the list of states that do not tax retired military pay. It was probably an oversight?

  68. Deba Cady says

    March 18, 2022 at 7:59 pm

    I am not the veteran my husband was home past away about 2 an a half years we . Got a new house June is 2020 he past September of 2020 . Am fight to keep the house . Am I intieted this money. ??

  69. Ed Nemeth says

    March 18, 2022 at 8:36 pm

    Military retirement pay should be free of ALL TAXES. That’s the least we should do for our military personnel. Our government gives away far too much free stuff. You would think we could take care of our military and homes veterans first.

  70. Steve Miller (not THAT one) says

    March 18, 2022 at 8:48 pm

    Those of you with gripes with your state taxing your military retired pay need to contact your state representatives and state senators so they know how you feel and so they know you want the law changed. That’s the first step to getting something done. Email them, call them, write them a letter — whatever your style is — and keep doing it. The more often you do it — and the more people who do it — the better your chances are for making a change.

    You all need to give up on the fantasy of the federal government not taxing your military retirement pay. As broke as the U.S. government is, they will continue to tax all income you have, except something like disability income or something similar. Focus your efforts at the state level (see the previous paragraph).

  71. Carolyn says

    March 18, 2022 at 9:11 pm

    Why isn’t Georgia on this comprehensive list for non-tax of military pay both federal and state?

  72. Joseph Lumpkins says

    March 18, 2022 at 9:26 pm

    It always made me mad that Arizona taxed my military retirement. I just happened to retire here and didn’t earn any of my military pay as a resident of Arizona, so thankfully they fixed this problem.

  73. Bob Farley says

    March 18, 2022 at 10:30 pm

    What about Florida? My understanding is they tax NO pensions, including military retirement pay.

  74. DONALD RAY SOEKEN says

    March 19, 2022 at 12:14 am

    Maryland representatives not for tax free for veterans should lose our vote. Who is for it?
    Don Soeken

  75. Ricky Dee says

    March 19, 2022 at 12:29 am

    Yeah nothing is free; the way it reads is tax free retirement but they don’t tell you it’s included in your yearly income. Sooooo it’s free though the year but not at the end of the year. You get to use more of your retirement pay for living expenses. Pay at the end.

    Check it out with your State IRS office

  76. Colleen T. says

    March 19, 2022 at 12:38 am

    Our income is taxed, then we pay taxes on income that is already taxed. We go to the store and purchase things and pay more taxes, how come we can’t file our receipts? Or can we? We used to get a break by retiring in the military, not anymore. Georgia is a greedy state.

  77. Emil Infusino says

    March 19, 2022 at 1:16 am

    We need to get ALL THE STATES ON BOARD. WE have all paid our dues already, let’s hope FLORIDA IS NEXT come on Governor Ron help us out.

  78. Richard Ball says

    March 19, 2022 at 2:23 am

    It’s time for every state to realize what veterans have sacrificed for their country l spent 36 years of my life wearing the uniform

  79. Robert K Howell says

    March 19, 2022 at 2:26 am

    All veterans worked for the U.S. Government, our retirement should be tax exempt with the Federal Government. Let’s not address state income tax only, The IRS should have a provision that all retirement pay is exempt from taxes.

  80. C Williams says

    March 19, 2022 at 7:29 pm

    Georgia get on board. 100% disability should make the exemption automatic

  81. George Garcia says

    March 20, 2022 at 4:35 pm

    What about Federal Government Retiree??

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