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Yes. You can file them separately. Although state returns can be e-filed with your federal return (or after your federal return has already been accepted), it's no longer possible to e-file state returns before the federal.
They are taking this measure to add an extra layer of security to all e-filed state returns.
This new requirement also means you won't be able to e-file your state if your federal return was, or will be, paper-filed.
You can file federal now and skip state filing, but your e-filed federal return will need to be accepted before you can e-file your state (or, you can just paper-file your state return later. More info)
Here are two ways to skip your state in TurboTax Online:
Method 1 doesn't require up-front payment for your state, but you'll have to re-enter your state information. Method 2 saves the work you did on your state return but requires up-front payment.
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