State-Commonwealth Legislation | Selective Service System (2024)

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Alabama

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to be eligible to attend a state-funded college or university. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to be eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

Alaska

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded financial aid and loans. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for most state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

Other: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for dividend payments from the Permanent Fund. Ineligibility is permanent.

Arizona

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid, loans, and scholarships. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

Arkansas

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid, loans, and scholarships. Ineligibility expires at age 26.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

California

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Colorado

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible to attend a state-funded college or university. Ineligibility expires at age 26.

Thurmond: No

Connecticut

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Delaware

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid, loans, grants and scholarships. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

District of Columbia

Driver’s License: Opt-Out

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for tuition assistance under the D.C. College Access Act of 1999. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: No

Florida

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

Georgia

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid, loans, and scholarships. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

Guam

Driver’s License: Opt-In

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Hawaii

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Idaho

Driver’s License: Opt-In

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

Illinois

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

Indiana

Driver’s License: Opt-In

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Iowa

Driver’s License: Opt-Out

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Kansas

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Kentucky

Driver’s License: Opt-Out

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Louisiana

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service to remain eligible to attend a state-funded college or university. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility expires at age 26.

Maine

Driver’s License: Opt-In

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for certain state-funded scholarships. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: No

Maryland

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for 2 + 2 Scholarship and non-citizens must register to remain eligible for in-state tuition. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: No

Massachusetts

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Michigan

Driver’s License: Opt-In

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Minnesota

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Non-citizens required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for in-state tuition. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: No

Mississippi

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student loans, scholarships, and HELP grants. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility expires at age 26.

Missouri

Driver’s License: Opt-In

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid, scholarships, and loans. Ineligibility is permanent.

Montana

Driver’s License: Opt-In

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid, scholarships, and loans. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

Nebraska

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Nevada

Driver’s License: Opt-Out

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

New Hampshire

Driver’s License: Opt-In

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid, scholarships, grants, and loans, and to remain eligible to attend a state-funded college or university. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

New Jersey

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

New Mexico

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

New York

Driver’s License: Opt-Out

Solomon: No

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible to run as a candidate for public office.

North Carolina

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

North Dakota

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: No

Northern Mariana Islands

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: No

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for commonwealth government jobs. Ineligibility expires at age 26.

Ohio

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for in-state tuition.

Thurmond: No

Oklahoma

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid, scholarships, grants and loans. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: No

Oregon

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Pennsylvania

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Puerto Rico

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Rhode Island

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

South Carolina

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

South Dakota

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible to attend a state-funded college or university. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: No

Tennessee

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible to attend a state-funded college or university. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: No

Texas

Driver’s License: Automatic

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility expires at age 26.

Utah

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Vermont

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Virginia

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

Virgin Islands

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

Washington

Driver’s License: Opt-In

Solomon: No

Thurmond: No

West Virginia

Driver’s License: Automatic

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility is permanent.

Wisconsin

Driver’s License: Automatic

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state-funded student financial aid. Ineligibility expires at age 26.

Thurmond: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for state government jobs. Ineligibility expires at age 26.

Wyoming

Driver’s License: No

Solomon: Those required to register with Selective Service must register in order to remain eligible for the Hathaway Scholarship Program. Ineligibility is permanent.

Thurmond: No

State-Commonwealth Legislation | Selective Service System (2024)

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Is a Selective Service System letter legit? ›

It is important to know that the Selective Service System is legitimate. You may receive a letter from the Selective Service System which appears to say you have been signed up to join the US Military. You have not, but this is a legitimate letter and should not be ignored.

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What happens if I don't register for Selective Service? ›

If required to register with Selective Service, failure to register is a felony punishable by a fine of up to $250,000 and/or 5 years imprisonment. Also, a person who knowingly counsels, aids, or abets another to fail to comply with the registration requirement is subject to the same penalties.

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Do I automatically get registered for Selective Service? ›

States with automatic DLL process a man's application for a state learner's permit, driver's license or renewal, or I.D. card as consent to have his information automatically transferred to Selective Service for registration if he is between the ages of 18-25.

Why did my son get a Selective Service letter? ›

Registration is a way our government keeps a list of names of men from which to draw in case of a national emergency requiring rapid expansion of our Armed Forces. By registering all young men, Selective Service ensures that a future draft will be fair and equitable.

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How do you prove you didn t know about Selective Service? ›

Request a Status Information Letter: If you confirm that you were not registered, you can request a Status Information Letter from the Selective Service System. This letter will explain your registration status and provide details on whether you were required to register.

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Is the Selective Service System a real thing? ›

While there is currently no draft, registration with the Selective Service System is the most publicly visible program during peacetime that ensures operational readiness in a fair and equitable manner.

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Can I decline Selective Service? ›

An applicant who refused to or knowingly and willfully failed to register for Selective Service negates his disposition to the good order and happiness of the United States, attachment to the principles of the Constitution, good moral character, and willingness to bear arms on behalf of the United States.

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What is a good excuse for not registering for Selective Service? ›

The criteria for exemption from registration are: A man is placed in a hospital, nursing home, long-term care facility, or mental institution on or before his 18th birthday, had no breaks of institutionalization of 30 days or longer, and remained institutionalized until his 26th birthday.

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Is Selective Service still mandatory? ›

Almost all men who are 18-25 years old and live in the United States must register for Selective Service. This includes: U.S. citizens (U.S. born, dual citizens, and naturalized)

Who is exempt from Selective Service? ›

Men who are exempt do not have a Selective Service registration number and are in compliance with federal law. The few individuals who are exempt from this requirement are those on current non-immigrant visas. A complete list of acceptable documentation for exemption may be found below.

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What age do men stop getting drafted? ›

Selective Service accepts late registrations up until a man reaches his 26^th birthday. Failure to register is a felony and non-registrants may be denied the following benefits for life: State-based student loans and grant programs in 31 states.

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Is it good to register for Selective Service? ›

By registering, a man's participation helps provide a hedge against unforeseen threats. The Selective Service System is a relatively low-cost insurance policy for our nation.

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What's the penalty for not registering for Selective Service? ›

[[Failing to register or comply with the Military Selective Service Act is a felony punishable by a fine of up to $250,000 or a prison term of up to five years, or a combination of both. Also, a person who knowingly counsels, aids, or abets another to fail to comply with the Act is subject to the same penalties.]]

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Which states automatically register you for Selective Service? ›

In the U.S., it's not specific states that automatically register you for selective service. Rather, all males nationwide are required by federal law to register when they turn 18 years old. This system is maintained by the Selective Service Act and is for potential military conscription.

Does every man get a Selective Service letter? ›

Every man who is registered with the Selective Service System will receive a registration acknowledgement letter with a registration card in the mail from Selective Service within 90 days of registering. This is proof of your registration and can be used when applying for: state-based aid in 31 states.

Do you get a Selective Service card in the mail? ›

Within 30 days of registering, you will receive the following in the mail: Acknowledgment letter. Change of Information form. Registration Acknowledgment Card.

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Does Uscis register you for Selective Service? ›

USCIS assists with the registration process by transmitting the appropriate data to the Selective Service System (SSS) for male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 who apply for adjustment of status.

What states automatically register you for Selective Service? ›

In the U.S., it's not specific states that automatically register you for selective service. Rather, all males nationwide are required by federal law to register when they turn 18 years old. This system is maintained by the Selective Service Act and is for potential military conscription.

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