mcz0804a
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Should I track unreimbursed work (W2) related expenses in 2020?

I recently was hired as a Law Enforcement Officer and foresee thousands of dollars in expenses for equipment, materials and services that are required to perform my job. I also would have thousands of miles on my personal vehicle (I don't get a police car to take home) for required training. These expenses would not be paid for or reimbursed by my employer. Am I understanding correctly that under the TCJA I am not eligible to deduct any of these expenses, and therefore I should not track receipts/mileage? Or should I still track them for use in determining AGI (I saw it suggested somewhere)? Or am I completely off base?

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You are correct that those expenses are not deductible on your federal for an employee.However they might be deductible on your state return if you itemize. 

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mcz0804a
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Unfortunately, (well only in this case, fortunately in EVERY other way) I live in Texas. No tax returns.

BillM223
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mcz0804a
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@BillM223It's my privilege. Thank you for your support.