Do I file the payment from the Union during our strike for which I got 1099-MISC form?

[jssmrus]

I got a period of 40 days of strike and I got payment of $3,000 from Union with tax form 1099-MISC. Where do I file this at? Is this considered as unemployment payment?

[Vanessa A]

Yes, this is similar to unemployment but not the same as state unemployment.  It is subject to federal, state and local taxes.  

To enter the 1099 Misc as non-self-employment income take the following steps:

1. Income
2. 1099-MIsc under Other Common Income
3. Enter the information from the 1099-MIsc
4. Continue through and say the work does NOT involve work that is like your main job
5. Select the years you received it
6. Say no, to did this involve an intent to earn money

This will cause it to be treated as income but not as self employment income.