@princessofnotenough Currently there is a problem Efiling state in the Desktop program. Just wait. It's scheduled to be fixed on March 19. Please sign up on this Desktop state efile error FAQ
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-topics/help/why-am-i-not-able-to-e-file-my-state-return-after-...
But anyway you can not efile state until federal has been Accepted. For the Desktop program you have to check the filing status inside the program. Open your return and go up to menu item
File > Electronic Filing > Check Electronic Filing Status
