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Local Career Bonuses
Each state offers bonuses up to $30,000 for certain careers based on need. Opportunities may vary by base. Explore eligible careers below:
Kentucky State Benefits
Air National Guard members are paid equally based on their rank and years of service. You’re also eligible for additional compensation based on your position and where you’re stationed.
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01 Education Benefits
Kentucky Air National Guard offers up to 100% tuition assistance to a Kentucky state supported college, university, or vocational school. For dependents, the state offers a tuition waiver to the Spouse and Children of certain Veterans. Students can receive a waiver of tuition at any two-year, four-year or vocational technical school that are operated and funded by the Kentucky Department of Education. For a Veteran’s dependent to be eligible the Veteran must be a current Kentucky resident.
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02 COMPREHENSIVE PROTECTION
Kentucky Air National Guard members get a comprehensive workers’ comp plan, and the dependents of Air National Guard members killed during state-summoned active duty receive free college education as well as $25,000 to the beneficiary of your choice.
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03 STATE TAX ADVANTAGE
Kentucky Air National Guard members, veterans and retirees pay absolutely no state income taxes on their military pay. Kentucky homeowners who are at least 65 years of age or who are totally disabled are eligible to receive a homestead exemption.
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04 MISCELLANEOUS
Kentucky state employees get 15 days of paid leave, and Guard service counts as one additional dependent on state taxes.
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01 Insurance
- Excellent, low-cost insurance rates
- Comprehensive medical and dental care
- Low-cost life insurance
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02 Flexibility
- Ability to serve in your local community
- Available part time and full time service options
- Over 200 careers to choose from
- Part time options which allow you to pursue a full time civilian career
- Extra monthly income and security while you pursue ventures outside of the Air National Guard
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03 Education
- Guard members qualify for educational assistance through the post 9/11 GI Bill or the Montgomery GI Bill
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04 Eligibility for VA Home Loans
- Purchase a home with no down payment required
- Competitively low interest rates
- Lowered closing costs
- No Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) required
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05 Base Access
- Access to on-base amenities such as the Base Exchange Commissary, fitness facilities and outdoor recreation
- Pay lower costs for recreation and groceries than off-base options
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06 Vacation & Travel
- Space available flights to travel around the world at a reduced cost
- Reduced lodging costs for hotels on bases across the U.S.