We have a per diem allotment in box 14, but this amount is not being correctly deducted on our return.

[junk4]

Why isn't the per diem amount being deducted from the overall taxable income on our return?  I entered it in correctly on the W2 portion.

[ee-ea]

See this FAQ

https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/tax-credits-deductions/2-rule/L3MB6s4ff_...

[ThomasM125]

I assume you are referring to employee business expenses. For the years 2018 to 2025 they are not deductible on your federal return for all but a few special groups of people. However, you can enter them on your federal return as they may be deductible on your state return. You would enter them in the Deductions and Credits section, then Employment Expenses, then Job-related expenses: