State Benefits
Your state may offers its own benefits in addition to our national programs.
The National Guard is the only division of the United States military with a dual mission: federal and state. This means that for some purposes, federal and state sectors can act independently. When it comes to helping you financially, they definitely do.
On top of the federal benefits programs available to all Guard members across the nation, many states and territories offer their own additional incentives.
Benefits for the State of The District of Columbia
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| Allowances 1. Per Diem 2. Subsistence 3. Uniforms | 1. Same as Federal 2. Yes 3. Yes. |
| Tax Advantage State Income | None |
| Educational Benefits | The State Tuition Program provides up to $1,500 per fiscal year. DC residents only. |
| Medical Benefits | State AD: Medical, dental and hospital. |
| Injury/Death Benefits | State Worker's Comp. |
| Reimbursement | None |
| Group Insurance | State low cost life and health insurance. |
| Worker's Compensation | Yes |
| Miscellaneous | MetroChek (Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority) farecard monthly stipend of $33 to use bus or rail. Supervisory approved unlimited paid military leave. |
Contact your local recruiter for more information.
