I'm currently waiting on an amended return. Do I have to wait for a response before filing my current year's taxes?

[SherekaB]

No, You can go ahead and file your return for this year. Amendments take up to 16 weeks or longer to process.

Allow 3 weeks from the mailing date then check your amended return below.

https://www.irs.gov/filing/individuals/amended-returns-form-1040-x/wheres-my-amended-return-1