News & Events

Veterans are invited to a Veterans Workshop Event from 3-5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, at the Legislative District Office, 4132 Jackie Road SE. Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Representatives from the New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services will be present to assist eligible Veterans and unmarried widows/widowers applying for property tax waivers, exemptions, and the NM State Park Lifetime Veteran Pass. Certified Veterans Service Officers will be on-site to assist with VA benefits claims and help with questions regarding VA healthcare eligibility and enrollment, disability compensation, and state benefits assistance.

Additionally, Sen. Craig Brandt, Rep. Catherine Cullen, and Rep. Alan Martinez, whose Legislative District Office is holding the event, will be on hand to talk with attendees. Snacks will also be provided.

For more information or the RSVP, contact Tonja Brandt at tonja.brandt@nmlegis.gov or 505-946-5657.

Documents needed to verify eligibility:

• A copy of DD-214, NA 13038, NOAA Form 56-16, or PHS Form 1867
• VA Award Letter showing the percentage of disability and any other VA correspondence related to claiming benefits.
• NM Driver’s License, ID, voter registration card, or the most recent NM Personal Income Tax Return.
• Widow/Widower copy of marriage and death certificates.

Claim the benefits you have earned and join us for this free event.

To find an office near you, call NMDVS at 1-866-433-8387 or visit https://www.nmdvs.org/

Cibola County Veterans!

Claim your Property Tax Exemption and Benefits!

The New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (NMDVS) will be in Grants on Thursday, July 17th, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Grants Public Library, 1101 N 1^st Street, Grants, NM 87020.

State Benefits personnel will be ready to assist eligible Veterans and unmarried widows/widowers applying for property tax waivers, exemptions, and the NM State Park Lifetime Veteran Pass. Our Certified Veterans Service Officers will be on-site to assist with VA benefits claims and help with questions regarding VA healthcare eligibility and enrollment, disability compensation, and state benefits assistance.

Documents needed to verify eligibility:

• A copy of DD-214, NA 13038, NOAA Form 56-16, or PHS Form 1867
• VA Award Letter showing the percentage of disability and any other VA correspondence related to claiming benefits.
• NM Driver’s License, ID, voter registration card, or the most recent NM Personal Income Tax Return.

• Widow/Widower copy of marriage and death certificates.

Claim the benefits you have earned and join us for this free event.

To find an office near you, call NMDVS at 1-866-433-8387 or visit https://www.nmdvs.org/

Cabinet in Your Community in Silver City, July 17th

The Silver City community has demonstrated incredible resilience in the face of the recent Trout and Buck fires. Now, let’s come together to support one another.

Connect with the administration of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and state agency leaders to learn how the state government can better support you and your community as we recover and move forward together.

Join us for our State Services Expo from 3 to 6:30 p.m., designed with your family’s needs and your community’s recovery in mind.

Here’s what you’ll find:

• Emergency assistance and recovery resources for fire-affected residents
• Assistance for Veterans applying for state and VA benefits
• Information on free childcare programs
• Access to employment resources and state job openings
• Pathways to free college and adult education opportunities
• On-site Motor Vehicle Division services and tax help
• Options to purchase hunting and fishing licenses
• Support for seniors and caregivers
• Assistance with enrolling in Medicaid, food benefits, and energy support
• WIC services, vaccines, and foster care resources

And so much more!

NMDVS State Benefits personnel will be on-site during the State Services Expo to assist eligible Veterans and unmarried widows/widowers applying for property tax waivers, exemptions, and park passes. Our Certified Veterans Service Officers will be on-site to assist with VA benefits claims and help with questions regarding VA healthcare eligibility and enrollment, disability compensation, and state benefits assistance.

Documents needed to verify eligibility:

• A copy of DD-214, NA 13038, NOAA Form 56-16, or PHS Form 1867
• VA Award Letter showing the percentage of disability.
• NM Driver’s License, ID, voter registration card, or the most recent NM Personal Income Tax Return.
• Widow/Widower copy of marriage and death certificates.

Claim the benefits you have earned and join us for this free event. To find an office near you, call NMDVS at 1-866-433-8387 or visit https://www.nmdvs.org/

Gallup Veterans!

Claim your Property Tax Exemption and Benefits at the Operation Veterans Wellness Event

The New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (NMDVS) will be in Gallup on Friday, July 18th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Gallup Sports Complex, 925 Park Ave, Gallup, NM 87301.

State Benefits personnel will be ready to assist eligible Veterans and unmarried widows/widowers applying for property tax waivers, exemptions, and the NM State Park Lifetime Veteran Pass. Our Certified Veterans Service Officers will be on-site to assist with VA benefits claims and help with questions regarding VA healthcare eligibility and enrollment, disability compensation, and state benefits assistance.

Documents needed to verify eligibility:

• A copy of DD-214, NA 13038, NOAA Form 56-16, or PHS Form 1867
• VA Award Letter showing the percentage of disability and any other VA correspondence related to claiming benefits.
• NM Driver’s License, ID, voter registration card, or the most recent NM Personal Income Tax Return.

• Widow/Widower copy of marriage and death certificates.

Claim the benefits you have earned and join us for this free event.

To find an office near you, call NMDVS at 1-866-433-8387 or visit https://www.nmdvs.org/

Socorro County Veterans!

Claim your Property Tax Exemption and Benefits!

The New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services (NMDVS) will be in Socorro on Tuesday, July 22nd, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Forget Me Not Veterans Center, 705 N California Street, Socorro, NM 87801.

State Benefits personnel will be ready to assist eligible Veterans and unmarried widows/widowers applying for property tax waivers, exemptions, and park passes. Our Certified Veterans Service Officers will be on-site to assist with VA benefits claims and help with questions regarding VA healthcare eligibility and enrollment, disability compensation, and state benefits assistance.

Documents needed to verify eligibility:

• A copy of DD-214, NA 13038, NOAA Form 56-16, or PHS Form 1867
• VA Award Letter showing the percentage of disability and any other VA correspondence related to claiming benefits.
• NM Driver’s License, ID, voter registration card, or the most recent NM Personal Income Tax Return.
• Widow/Widower copy of marriage and death certificates.

Claim the benefits you have earned and join us for this free event.