There is no "$250" fee, there IS a $25.00 fee to e-file a state return. Until that is paid (with a CC or deduced from your federal refined) you cannot e-file the state.
Personally I never pay it, I e-file the Federal for free and then print and mail the state for the cost of a stamp.
**Disclaimer: This post is for discussion purposes only and is NOT tax advice. The author takes no responsibility for the accuracy of any information in this post.**
