Seems odd that the employer would think issuing you a 1099MISC (since this is whats normally done with campaign workers) is more hassle than keeping track of payroll. Independent contractors that receive a 1099MISC save the company money in payroll taxes as well.
The new tax reform has taken away the deduction for unreimbursed employee business expenses, so unless you're a independent contractor or a statutory employee you wont be able to deduct your out of pocket expenses to do your job.
You may need to have a conversation with your employer and explain your situation, or maybe look for a different employer that offers a better situation for you.
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