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Level 2
posted Apr 13, 2020 7:20:55 PM

My children receive WIC and Quest benefits from the state. Does that mean they receive public assistance?

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Expert Alumni
Apr 13, 2020 7:37:32 PM

Yes. Those are government programs.

Level 2
Apr 14, 2020 1:07:08 AM

Do we qualify for EIC? Or do I omit them?

Expert Alumni
Apr 14, 2020 9:17:26 AM

To qualify for and claim the Earned Income Credit you must:

  • Have earned income; and
  • Have been a U.S. citizen or resident alien for the entire tax year; and
  • Have a valid Social Security number (not an ITIN) for yourself, your spouse (if filing jointly), and any qualifying children on your return; and
  • Not have investment income exceeding $3,600; and
  • Not be filing a Form 2555 or 2555-EZ; and
  • File a return with the Single, Married Filing Jointly, Head of Household, or Qualifying Widower filing status, even if you're not required to file a return

Level 2
Apr 14, 2020 12:22:52 PM

Thank you. What about for my dependents.? 

Expert Alumni
Apr 14, 2020 12:30:23 PM

To see if your dependents make you eligible for EIC with a qualifying child, please see the TurboTax Help article What is a qualifying child for the Earned Income Credit (EIC) in 2019?for more information.