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Level 2
February 16, 2022
Question

If I earned $20 in California and I want to claim it on my state return in order to qualify for the eitc, do I have to claim it on my federal return as well?

  • February 16, 2022
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Level 15
February 16, 2022

You almost surely need to report the income on your federal return.

Generally, income received is taxable on your federal return unless it is specifically excluded by the law.

Please see the IRS’ 2021 Publication 525 for more information.

TaxdatassAuthor
Level 2
February 16, 2022

Thank you.