Do I have to say I itemized my deductions last year even though I didn't?

[ak91]

I got married last year. I did not itemize deductions for 2016, meaning my state refund is not taxable for this years taxes (2017). However, my now husband did itemize deductions for 2016 tax year, and his would now be taxable for 2017 taxes. Do I have to now say mine were taxable too? Do I add both our amounts together or just enter his amount that would be taxable and leave mine out completely?

Turbotax wording on this is confusing.

[IsabellaG · Accepted solution]

Don't report your state refund. Only report your husband's because his  is taxable, but hold on to your 1099-G's and copies of your 2016 federal income tax returns in case you are ever questioned.

[ak91]

Thank you!

[IsabellaG]

You're welcome!