The following businesses offer discounts to Veterans. Simply show your Veteran ID Card and SAVE!
Garland County, Arkansas, including Hot Springs, offers various discounts for veterans at both the state and local levels.
State-level benefits and discounts
- Hunting and Fishing Licenses:
- Discounted lifetime licenses are available for military retirees and 100% permanently disabled veterans who are Arkansas residents.
- Active duty members stationed in Arkansas can purchase licenses at the resident rate.
- A new Disabled Veteran Lifetime Combination License is available at a reduced rate for resident military veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 70% or higher or a 50% rating and a Purple Heart medal.
- Arkansas State Parks: 100% permanently disabled veterans receive a 50% discount on camping fees.
- Tax Benefits:
- Exemption from state income tax on military pay and allowances.
- Exemption from sales tax on vehicle purchases.
- Property tax credit for military homeowners.
- Educational Benefits: The Arkansas Military Dependents Scholarship Program provides a tuition waiver for the spouse and dependent children of certain service members and veterans attending public institutions of higher education in Arkansas.
Local businesses with veteran discounts (Hot Springs)
- Hot Springs Mountain Tower: Offers discounts for active duty military and veterans.
- Eureka Clothing Company: Provides a 10% discount to veterans.
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites: Offers a 10% discount off the best available rate for active and inactive military personnel.
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Offers a 10% discount for active/inactive military personnel.
- Various Hotels: Numerous hotels in Hot Springs, such as the Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa, Hampton Inn, and Embassy Suites by Hilton, provide military discounts.
Assistance from the Garland County Veteran Service Office (GCVSO)
The GCVSO provides extensive support to veterans and their families, including advising on benefits, assisting with claims and appeals, and connecting them with local, state, and federal resources.
Contact Information for GCVSO:
- Address: 501 Ouachita, Room 105, Hot Springs, AR 71901
- Phone: 501-622-3795
- Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (appointments required)
Note: Eligibility for some benefits may be dependent on factors such as residency, military component, and veteran disability status.
