Massachusetts Dividends from Treasury ETFs

[dbachofer]

Are dividends from ETFs that US govt bonds and treasuries exempt from MA taxes?  The percentage of these securities in the ETFs is > 99.9%.

Thanks

[Hal_Al]

Q. Are dividends from ETFs that US govt bonds and treasuries exempt from MA taxes?

A. Yes.

After entering the 1099-DIV, you will be asked if any of the $ are from US Govt.  Manually calculate the amount and enter it.  It will automatically transfer to the state return as a deduction.