Should I track unreimbursed work (W2) related expenses in 2020?

[mcz0804a]

I recently was hired as a Law Enforcement Officer and foresee thousands of dollars in expenses for equipment, materials and services that are required to perform my job. I also would have thousands of miles on my personal vehicle (I don't get a police car to take home) for required training. These expenses would not be paid for or reimbursed by my employer. Am I understanding correctly that under the TCJA I am not eligible to deduct any of these expenses, and therefore I should not track receipts/mileage? Or should I still track them for use in determining AGI (I saw it suggested somewhere)? Or am I completely off base?

[Bsch4477 · Accepted solution]

You are correct that those expenses are not deductible on your federal for an employee.However they might be deductible on your state return if you itemize. 

[mcz0804a]

Unfortunately, (well only in this case, fortunately in EVERY other way) I live in Texas. No tax returns.

[BillM223]

@mcz0804a And thank you for your service to the people of Texas...

[mcz0804a]

@BillM223It's my privilege. Thank you for your support.