Yes, If you're referring to the senior benefit for married couples.
It was claimed to be no tax on Social Security. That is not quite true.
Social Security is still being taxed as it was in the past; however, there's a new $6,000 deduction for individuals older than 65 years old. Also, a $12,000 deduction would apply to couples who qualify.
- This deduction is for qualified individuals.
- Age: You must be 65 or older by the end of the tax year (e.g., born before Jan 2, 1961, for 2025 returns).
- Income Limits: Your Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) must be below certain thresholds (e.g., $175k single, $250k joint for 2025), with Deductions phasing out above those levels.
- Benefit: Up to $6,000 (single) or $12,000 (joint) Additional standard deduction to reduce taxable income.
- Deduction phases out for taxpayers with modified adjusted gross income over $75,000 ($150,000 for joint filers).
The full taxable amount is included in your gross income on Form 1040; however, the Senior Deduction is reflected on line 13b.
It is reflected on Schedule 1A, Part V, Line 37
For more information, see Deductions for Seniors.
VolvoGirl has a screen shot of where the deduction occurs.
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