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Maybe. Eligibility for veterans’ preference in Federal employment is dependent on military service dates or service-connected disability and having served honorably. The Feds Hire Vets website (www.fedshirevets.gov) provides guidance on veterans’ preference and special hiring authorities for veterans.

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If I qualify for veteran benefits’ from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) does that mean that I am eligible for veterans’ preference in Federal Employment?