Law Offices of David P. Sheldon Advocates for Fair Tax Treatment of All Uniformed Service Retirees in Montana
Washington, D.C. – The Law Offices of David P. Sheldon, a leading firm in military and veteran legal advocacy, is actively supporting an amendment to Montana Senate Bill 93 (SB93) to ensure that all uniformed service retirees, including those from the U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Corps, receive equitable tax benefits.
Currently, SB93 provides a partial tax exemption on retirement income for military retirees who meet specific residency requirements. However, the bill excludes retired members of the USPHS and NOAA Corps, despite their official classification as part of the United States Uniformed Services under 10 U.S.C. 101.
Proposed Amendment to SB93
The Law Offices of David P. Sheldon is advocating for a critical amendment to:
Expand eligibility to include all uniformed services as defined by federal law.
Modify SB93’s language to reflect the full scope of eligible retirees, including USPHS and NOAA Corps personnel.
Remove the five-year limitation and extend the benefits permanently beyond 2033.
Why This Matters
The U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps (USPHS) has served Montana and the nation for over a century, leading public health initiatives, emergency responses, and critical healthcare services—especially in underserved communities. Despite this, USPHS retirees remain excluded from Montana’s proposed tax relief, even though they receive the same pay and benefits as their military counterparts.
Montana residents can take action now by urging their legislators to support the amendment. A one-page fact sheet with key details about SB93’s requested changes is available.
How You Can Help
✔ Contact Montana state legislators and request their support for the SB93 amendment.
✔ Use our pre-drafted email template to easily reach out to your representatives [insert link].
✔ Spread the word on social media using #SB93 and tagging relevant policymakers.
About the Law Offices of David P. Sheldon
The Law Offices of David P. Sheldon is a nationally recognized firm specializing in military law, veterans’ rights, and administrative advocacy. With decades of experience fighting for service members and their families, our firm remains committed to securing justice and fair treatment for those who have served.
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