being a union hand we do not get a 1099 for per diem or truck pay. they did that few years ago and quickly fixed it when the spread was going to leave. if you're going to work out of state i would hire a cpa to do you're taxes because you will get audited and they are very nice to have when that happens. i just paid 3400 this year from an audit because h&r block wouldnt back me or help me and even kept my past records from me for months. i would claim you're days out, dependents, any sales or property tax, a work phone and any union dues or charities you paid. there are a few more but i would not itemize because the audit is a pain and with the above claims you will max out anyway. hope this helps
