I get government assistance for childcare, do I still fill out the childcare tax credit?

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I get government assistance for childcare, do I still fill out the childcare tax credit?

State aid is not entered on a tax return, so No you do not enter it as child and dependent care.

I get government assistance for childcare, do I still fill out the childcare tax credit?

You can't claim the credit If the government assistance received covered the day care expense. However, if it was a partial payment, you can claim credit for the amount you paid.

Instructions for Form 2441 Child and Dependent Care Expenses

Child and Dependent Care Expenses

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