Did you purchase a version of Desktop Deluxe that did not include a state program from a retailer? Retailers sell Deluxe both with and without state software, so you have to be careful about what you purchase. Some states do not have a state income tax, so they sell Deluxe both ways. If you buy Deluxe without a state program, it costs $40 to add a state program. And there is a $25 state e-file fee.
If you want to avoid the extra expense, try using the Free Edition online for your son's return. You will have to prepare both federal and state online. You cannot just prepare a state return by itself.
https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/online/free-edition.jsp
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