I moved to CA and started working late 2024. I didn't have access to employer provided health coverage until end of year enrollment. Why pay the penalty for all of 2024?

jrpotterman · ‎April 14, 2025

MayaD

When did you move to CA? Are you filing resident or part-year resident CA return for 2024?

California residents are generally required to have health insurance to avoid a tax penalty.

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jrpotterman

I didn’t see the option to file for part year resident. I would need to file from Aug - Dec. and got the coverage in Dec when eligible from my employer. So I don’t think I should be liable for the penalty

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I moved to CA and started working late 2024. I didn't have access to employer provided health coverage until end of year enrollment. Why pay the penalty for all of 2024?