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Texas · Disability
Disability benefits in Texas
Based on Federal VA regulations and Texas state-published veteran benefits. This page is a free community resource. We are not VA-accredited and do not file claims or provide legal advice (per 38 U.S.C. § 5904).
Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 · Next review: 2026-10-18
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Primary sources: 38 CFR Part 4, Texas Veterans Commission
Federal VA disability compensation amounts are set by Congress and are the same in every state. Texas publishes additional programs that may supplement what eligible veterans receive from the federal government. Verify current rules with the Texas Veterans Commission before relying on this page for filing decisions.
Federal disability compensation (same in every state)
The VA may rate service-connected disabilities under 38 CFR Part 4 and pay monthly compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1110 (wartime) or § 1131 (peacetime). The combined-rating estimator computes an estimated monthly amount under 38 CFR § 4.25 if you have one or more rated conditions.
- Combined Rating Estimator: estimate your overall rating under 38 CFR § 4.25.
- 2026 VA Compensation Rates: current monthly rate tables.
- How to File a Disability Claim: federal claim walkthrough.
Texas disability-related programs
These programs are administered by Texas, not by the federal VA. Eligibility, application processes, and benefit amounts are set by the state and may change. Each item links to the authoritative source.
Property tax exemption
Texas may offer a graduated residence-homestead property tax exemption based on VA disability rating; veterans rated 100% (or unemployable) may qualify for a total exemption.
Read the ruleVehicle registration and disabled-veteran plates
Texas may waive vehicle registration fees for one vehicle owned by a disabled veteran with qualifying service-connected disability designations.
Read the ruleOther Texas-published programs
- Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption. Texas offers a graduated property tax exemption on residence homesteads for veterans with a VA disability rating. Veterans rated 100% service-connected disabled (or unemployable) may qualify for a total exemption on a residence homestead. Ratings below 100% may qualify for a partial exemption. Source.
- Hazlewood Act (Tuition). The Hazlewood Act may provide up to 150 credit hours of tuition at Texas public institutions for qualifying veterans, surviving spouses, and dependent children. Eligibility has a residency requirement at time of entry and other conditions. Source.
- State Employment Preference. Texas law provides a veterans employment preference in state agency hiring. Veterans with a service-connected disability receive an additional preference beyond the base veteran preference. Source.
- Veteran Designation on Texas Driver License. A "Veteran" designation may be added to a Texas driver license or ID card at no additional fee with proof of honorable service. Some services and businesses extend discounts to holders of the veteran-designated ID. Source.
Where to get free, accredited help in Texas
Many Texas counties staff a County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) who may file federal and state veteran claims at no cost. The Texas Veterans Commission typically maintains a current directory.
- VA OGC accredited representative search (TX): the official federal directory.
- Texas CVSO / VSO directory: published by the Texas Veterans Commission.
- Texas Veterans Commission: state-level eligibility, application forms, and appeal procedures.