Section 35.1023 - Service bonus for combat veterans and veterans; amount(1) A combat veteran shall be paid a service bonus in the amount of $600.00.(2) A veteran shall be paid a service bonus of $15.00 per month for each month or major portion thereof served, but not to exceed a maximum of $450.00.1974, Act 370, Imd. Eff. 12/23/1974 .