Surviving Spouses of First Responders. A surviving spouse of a first responder who died in the line of duty may receive a total exemption on homestead property.First responder totally and permanently disabled in the line of duty or surviving spouse. Surviving spouse of first responder who died in the line of duty. First responders who have a permanent servicerelated disability are entitled to a "complete exemption for the property. Complete the form online and select the state's e-file option. Application deadline date is September 1st of the current year. News, results, paint schemes, archives and a ton more from all three NASCAR national series. One place to search and find your next commercial real estate rental.