Minnesota Department of Revenue Remembers Veterans

This Veterans Day, the Minnesota Department of Revenue joins all Minnesotans in remembering the service of our veterans. They also want to remind current members of the military and veterans that they may be eligible for hundreds of dollars in military related tax benefits. The Credit for Military Service in a Combat Zone is available to members of the military who have served in a designated combat zone or hazardous duty area on or after January 1, 2012, received combat pay, which is exempt from federal and Minnesota income tax, and were a Minnesota resident during their months of service. To claim the credit, service members must file Form M99, Credit for Military Service in a Combat Zone, for the year(s) served, and attach corresponding Form DD-214 for each period of qualifying service. If still on active duty, attach Leave and Earnings statements for each month of qualifying service. Service members may qualify for this refundable credit even if they weren’t required to file a Minnesota income tax return. The credit is $120 for each month or partial month served. For more information about military tax credits available or forms and instructions, visit their website at www.revenue.state.mn.us. Click on “Members of the Military” under the “Individuals” heading.
   
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