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Level 3
posted Apr 1, 2021 2:53:35 PM

Is a dividend check I received from my auto insurance taxable income in PA ?

I received a dividend check from my auto insurance last year that  was the result of reduced vehicle usage/milage representing a percentage of my annual premium in 2020.

The closest related FAQ on Pennsylvania Department of Revenue regarding payments received in response to the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 being subject to PA Personal Income Tax was answered by the Department with the following:
The Department does not follow IRC § 139.  The taxability of these payments would be dependent on the nature of the payments and would have to be reviewed on a case by case basis.

TT never asked a question on dividends received of this nature, so I'm guessing no, probably not.

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Expert Alumni
Apr 1, 2021 3:12:08 PM

No, that would not be taxable income.  That would be refund of your insurance premium.   

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Expert Alumni
Apr 1, 2021 3:12:08 PM

No, that would not be taxable income.  That would be refund of your insurance premium.   

Level 15
Apr 1, 2021 3:14:04 PM

This is not my area of expertise but I would consider  it a return of premium and wouldn’t report it. 

Level 3
Apr 1, 2021 6:59:56 PM

I'm very grateful for your response.