How do I put in my deduction for Law enforcement retiree medical insurance. I am allowed to deduct 3000 and it is not showing up
This is a special act for retired law enforcement that pays their insurance post tax
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Bsch4477
Level 15
Feb 3, 2024 9:37:01 AM
Enter Form 1099-R exactly how it appears. Answer Yes to the question, if you were Employed as a Public Safety Officer (law enforcement officer, firefighter, chaplain, or member of a rescue squad or ambulance crew).
Answer Yes, if the Pension Administrator Paid for Health Insurance.
Enter the total amount paid for the Health Insurance Payment Amount. If needed, TurboTax will reduce the deduction to the $3,000 allowed.
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Bsch4477
Level 15
Feb 3, 2024 9:37:01 AM
Enter Form 1099-R exactly how it appears. Answer Yes to the question, if you were Employed as a Public Safety Officer (law enforcement officer, firefighter, chaplain, or member of a rescue squad or ambulance crew).
Answer Yes, if the Pension Administrator Paid for Health Insurance.
Enter the total amount paid for the Health Insurance Payment Amount. If needed, TurboTax will reduce the deduction to the $3,000 allowed.
poquinn
Level 1
Feb 10, 2024 10:40:58 AM
It is my understanding that this year, even if you paid your own health insurance, you are able to take the $3000 deduction for law enforcement. The pension administrator did not pay for my insurance. So, how do I enter this to deduct the $3000?
Bsch4477
Level 15
Feb 10, 2024 10:54:02 AM
You are correct. Just say that the pension administrator paid for it. Your return will be accurate so don’t worry about using this work around.