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New Member
posted Jan 23, 2020 10:20:05 AM

How do i include snap benifits into my return?

Food stamps

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Expert Alumni
Jan 23, 2020 10:32:03 AM

You don't.  Snap benefits are not taxable and should not be entered into TurboTax.  

Level 15
Jan 23, 2020 10:32:25 AM

You don't. SNAP and other welfare payments are non taxable and are not to be reported on a tax return.  In particular, they are  not "earned income" and cannot qualify you for any of the child based refundable credits.

 

 

New Member
Feb 7, 2020 11:48:58 PM

I filed my taxes with Jackson Hewitt yesterday. The lady told me that I had to enter my food stamp benefits on my tax return. I told her that wasn’t right but she still asked for the information. How do I get this changed?

Level 15
Feb 8, 2020 4:43:30 AM

@Bharris90   - I assume your return was e=file yesterday. You have to file an amended return. You can not do that until your first filing has been processed (you get your refund).  Go back to Jackson Hewitt, they will file the amended return for you.