Today in Russia the bulk of citizens are not encouraged to fulfill work standards and improve the quality of work. That is why many just think how to evade work duties and take longer rest. Under the USSR there was tight control over employees. But at the same time, specialists were encouraged, and significantly. For example, some were given the title and badge "Excellence in the Soviet Army." What benefits can a person with such a badge of distinction get in Russia today? Is he entitled to anything from the state?
Who was assigned
Consider who were given such insignia. Already by name, it can be said that "Excellence in the Soviet Army" is a distinguishing reward for servicemen. She was assigned to those who distinguished themselves during their service to the Motherland.
Typically, this icon was issued:
- privates;
- sergeants;
- fleet and ground commanders.
Since 1957, cadets of military schools were ranked among the military personnel who could receive this badge.
In this case, only positive differences were taken into account. If the awarded person excelled in a bad sense, then the corresponding title was taken away from him.
The badge "Excellent Soviet Army" is a shield that is superimposed on a wreath made of oak leaves of golden color. In the upper part of the sign there is a white disk, in the middle of which there is a star with a sickle and a hammer. The inscription is inscribed on the edge of the disc: "Excellent student of the Soviet Army." At the bottom of the sign is another star.
Are there any benefits?
What benefits can be obtained by the "Excellent student of the Soviet army"? This question interests many citizens. Indeed, under the USSR, as was said above, the award meant a lot.
The thing is that the "Excellence in the Soviet Army" is not a rank, not a status, not a reward. This is a common distinction, which in reality only sends citizens to conscientious service to the Motherland. By itself, it does not guarantee any benefits or other government bonuses. Therefore, some believe that the mentioned insignia does not affect a person’s life. In reality, this is not so.
Obtaining a new status
All the same, privileges are given to the honors pupil of the Soviet army in Russia. But not for the award received, because it does not give any special position in society. The excellent students of the Soviet army are not heroes; they simply conscientiously served in the armed forces.
Nevertheless, this award has a number of bonuses and advantages. For example, citizens with this badge can apply for the status of a veteran of labor. And then a person can get some benefits from the Russian state.
Features accrual of experience
Why do the excellent students of the Soviet army have a special position in society? What are the benefits to them? To receive any monetary incentive, you need to earn the status of a labor veteran. Why are the excellent students of the Soviet army entitled to such a status? This is due to the fact that military service is counted in seniority. This feature is spelled out in the law "Status of military personnel". All years spent in the army are taken into account upon retirement.
Does the excellent student of the Soviet army receive retirement benefits? It is safe to say that this category of citizens retires earlier. Each year of service in the army is considered 2 years of regular work, it does not matter whether the term of service is a contract or a contract.
Seniority and Veteran of Labor
Even if you have the badge "Excellent student of the Soviet Army", getting the status of a veteran of labor is not so simple. Citizens will have to work for a certain period, that is, get work experience.
Today, in Russia, men need to work 25 years, women - 20. The presence of the badge "Excellence in the Soviet Army" is not a basis for receiving the title "Veteran of Labor". It should be noted that this is a very controversial issue, which only an experienced lawyer can clarify.
General benefits
What are the benefits to the excellent student of the Soviet army? As mentioned above, you can apply for state support only after the registration of the status "Veteran of Labor". It is about him that we will discuss later.
The main list of benefits is provided when a citizen reaches retirement age. In all regions, the same conditions for providing state bonuses apply. Let's start with the general list of benefits. The following privileges are awarded to an excellent student of the Soviet army:
- free medical services;
- free dental prosthetics and treatment;
- the ability to select a vacation time;
- free travel in public transport;
- 50% reduced cost of train tickets;
- discounts on utilities (half of the invoices issued).
In reality, everything is much simpler than it seems. All of these benefits are received only at the request of a citizen. Until the applicant contacts one or another service with a request, the listed benefits will not be provided.
Pension Features
It is worth paying attention to what privileges are given to the honors pupil of the Soviet army under certain circumstances. The previously listed bonuses are federal. They rely on all labor veterans, no matter where they live.
Nevertheless, there are still regional benefits. They are often provided by decision of a specific district or county. These payments are due to labor veterans if they receive a retirement pension less than the subsistence level. Under such circumstances, the excellent student of the Soviet Army (what privileges were given to him, has already been said) receives an allowance in the amount that is required to ensure a living wage. This indicator changes from time to time, it directly depends on the person’s place of residence.
Monetization
What benefits can I get for an excellent student of the Soviet army? Among them, the monetization of some state bonuses is highlighted. If the beneficiary refuses to receive part of the benefits, they can be compensated by money.
There are 3 types of bonuses that allow you to monetize. Namely:
- transport;
- provision of medicines;
- treatment in sanatoriums and resorts.
Features of obtaining such benefits depend on the region of residence. In some cities, monetization is declarative in nature, somewhere it is provided initially. More detailed information needs to be specified in the administration of each settlement.
How to issue?
What are the benefits for an excellent student of the Soviet army in Russia? If you do not register the status of "Veteran of Labor", then you do not need to rely on bonuses. But as soon as the citizen receives the appropriate title, new opportunities open before him.
The bulk of benefits is issued by default when applying to certain organizations or to the FIU / FTS. In some cases, it is necessary to come to the management company that serves the pensioner's place of residence.
In general, the algorithm for obtaining state support can be described as follows:
- Collect the documents necessary to receive this or that bonus. They directly depend on what exactly takes the form of benefits.
- Write a statement about the desire to receive state support.
- Submit a request to the registration authority.
- Wait for a response from the reviewing organization.
Usually the bulk of bonuses from the state are provided without an answer. That is, after a citizen submits an application of the appropriate form, one can wait for the provision of benefits to one degree or another.
Work and benefits
What are the benefits for an excellent student of the Soviet army in Russia? The answer to this question will no longer be difficult. It is enough to get the title "Veteran of Labor". This is best done with the assistance of an experienced lawyer.
And can pensioners-beneficiaries work? Or are state bonuses selected during labor activities? In Russia, all retirees who are beneficiaries can so far work quietly and receive all their support. This is quite normal. Moreover, the employer must give additional unpaid leave to a working pensioner.
Summary
From now on, it is clear what privileges are laid in Russia for an excellent pupil of the Soviet army. A more accurate list of them is recommended to be specified in advance. He, as mentioned above, depends on the region of residence of the citizen.
The main thing to remember is that an excellent student of the Soviet Army should have a certain seniority in retirement. After this, the title “Veteran of Labor” is obtained, and only then can one hope for the above-mentioned state support. Otherwise, a citizen will be able to apply for general pension benefits, for example, for disability. But it’s precisely for the badge “Excellence in the Soviet Army” that no bonuses are provided for in the Russian Federation.
In reality, everything is simpler than it seems. If you turn to an experienced lawyer, then without problems you will be able to understand what privileges the excellent pupils of the Soviet army have been given and how to arrange them.