chris111
New Member

What is a "fee-basis state or local government official"? I do consulting for the state government but get paid through an organization that is paid by the state.

My 1099-MIsc is from the organization contracted by the state but my consulting work is with a state agency.  Largely I work at the state agency office.  Can I be considered a fee-basis state official?  I see my deductions for travel and home office would only count this year if I say I'm a state official.  I have taken these deductions in the past but with the new cap on deductions, they would not help me unless I say I'm a state govt official.