Poppypinkish
Returning Member

Do I need to include my 1099-G form?

Hello,
I received for the very first time a 1099-G form from the government. It is for a state refund from my last year taxes. I am
confused if I need to include this on my 2018 taxes because from what I have read, if I claimed the standard deduction (which I did) then that amount is not considered to be taxable income. Am I correct on this and do not have to report it? Also, why would I even receive this if I chose the standard deduction? Thank you.