You have a choice. First, you can choose to add this to the cost basis of the bond which would reduce gain on the redemption/sale in the future.
Or, if you choose to reduce the tax exempt interest by the premium paid for the bond, it must be amortized.
Click this link for more info on 1099-Int Box 13.
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