AmyC
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Deductions & credits

Life insurance as a beneficiary is not taxable. If you cashed in your own policy, then the portion above your premiums paid is taxable. See Life insurance & disability insurance proceeds.

If you have taxable income, it goes on the federal and state. Otherwise, it isn't reported.

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