Some users live in one state and work in another state, so they could need to file a return in the state they worked in. Or they could have income sourced from a state they do not live in and have a need to file a non-resident state return. There are a number of reasons why some users might need to file non-resident returns even if they live in a state with no state income tax. It probably took you longer to post your "ranty" question here than it would take to just say no to the software when it asks if you want to work on a state return.
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