The $20 e-file fee for a desktop state tax return was discounted for early filing. The state e-file fee increased to $25 on March 1. This change in rates happens every tax year on March 1.
To avoid this fee you can print and mail the state tax return instead of e-filing.
They should be putting out a program update today on Thursday 3/2 which should update the price shown when you pay.
@VolvoGirl The update today shows the state e-file fee as $25 in the File section of the desktop program.