With desktop that has a state program you can prepare state returns for that one state with each federal return if you need to and either e-file them (for a $25 e-file fee) or print and mail them. You do not pay for preparing the state returns, just for e-filing them.
If you prepare a return for a family member in a different state, then you have to pay for the software for that different state. If your family members are in the same state, you do not pay for state software twice.
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