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Instructions for IRS Form 1099-G
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Instructions for IRS Form 1099-G Certain Government Payments
This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 1099-G , Certain Government Payments - a tax form released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form 1099-G is available for download through this link.
FAQ
Q: What is IRS Form 1099-G?
A: IRS Form 1099-G is used to report certain government payments you may have received during the tax year.
Q: What kind of payments are reported on IRS Form 1099-G?
A: IRS Form 1099-G is used to report payments such as unemployment compensation, state or local income tax refunds, or certain other government payments.
Q: Do I need to report the amounts listed on IRS Form 1099-G on my tax return?
A: Yes, you generally need to report the amounts listed on IRS Form 1099-G on your tax return as taxable income.
Q: What should I do if there is an error on my IRS Form 1099-G?
A: If you believe there is an error on your IRS Form 1099-G, you should contact the government agency that issued the form to request a corrected version.
Instruction Details:
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