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Level 2
posted Apr 10, 2025 11:34:17 PM

do i have to file itemized to claim employee with impairment-related work expenses

i have w2, usually file and take standard deductible. this year i have lots impairment related work expenses that did not get reimburse by employer. can i still take standard deduction or i have use itemized deductible?

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Level 15
Apr 10, 2025 11:38:41 PM

Sorry you can no longer deduct work expenses if you are a W2 employee.  That was suspended in 2018.  

Level 15
Apr 10, 2025 11:40:41 PM

Found the FAQ for it.  
https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/tax-credits-deductions/employees-deduct-job-related-expenses/L5b07gqy7_US_en_US?uid=m6jzew5l

 

UPDATE:   It looks like you can deduct it.  But I don't know where.