On my 1099-misc fom where it says payer's TIN, is this my federal ID number? (2024)

It's probably the California Middle Class Tax Refund. Individuals who received a California Middle Class Tax Refund (MCTR) of $600 or more will receive a 1099-MISC for this payment. That is why you received a 1099-Misc.

The MCTR payment is not taxable for California state income tax purposes. You do not need to claim the payment as income on your California income tax return. Thus, there is no need to amend your CA return.

The MCTR is also not subject to federal income tax. However, when the IRS accepts your return and provides you notice of same, you may want to amend your federal return to include the refund even though it is not taxable. Here are the steps to follow to enter the CA MCTR on your federal return:

1. Go back to the "Wages and Income" section
2. scroll down to "Other Common Income"
3. select the 1099-Misc topic
4. enter the form information
5. You will arrive at a screen "Does one of these uncommon situations apply?"
6. Click the button "This was a California Middle Class Tax Refund (MCTR)
7. Finish the interview section.

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