1. Tax-free retirement.

Maine does not tax military retirement pensions!

2. Personalized preparation and networking connections.

Boots2Roots personally and proactively prepares transitioning active duty military members and their families up to a year before transitioning to Maine to ensure your success when you arrive.

3. Automatic Interview for State Jobs.

All veterans who apply for a job in State Government get an automatic interview if they meet the minimum qualifications for the job!  This law applies to Gold Star spouses as well.

4. Focused Veteran Hiring initiatives.

Maine’s Annual Hire A Vet Campaign promotes the hiring and advancement of veterans to all Maine employers! Link up with veteran employment representatives from around the state…

5. Rapid disability claim process.

OnThe Togus VA Hospital ranks #2 countrywide for the smallest disability claims backlog and consistently ranks high for quality service and medical wait times.

6. Comprehensive Resource Portal.

Maine Bureau of Veterans Services website has a detailed Resource Portal highlighting statewide services and contacts available to service members, veterans and their families (SMVF).

7. Free Recreational Licenses & Privileges

Maine residents can receive free park, hunting, recreational opportunities.