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Yes. If you needed to take money out of your IRA, 401(k), 401(a), an annuity such as a 403(a) or 403(b), or a governmental deferred compensation plan such as a 457(b) plan, the 10% early withdrawal penalty may be waived on up to $100,000 of retirement funds withdrawn if you are a qualified individual impacted by coronavirus.

You are a qualified individual if:

• You, your spouse, or dependent are diagnosed with COVID-19
• You experience adverse financial consequences as a result of being quarantined, furloughed, or laid off
• You had hours reduced due to coronavirus
• You are unable to work due to your child care closing or reducing hours

The distributions are income over a three-year period. For example, if you receive a $9,000 coronavirus-related distribution in 2020, you would report $3,000 in income on your federal income tax return for each of 2020, 2021, and 2022. You also have the option of including the entire distribution in your income for 2020. 

You can designate it as a Covid-19 distribution by following these steps:

1. Open your return. 
2. Search 1099-R with the magnifying glass tool on top of the page.
3. Click on the Jump to 1099-R link at the top of the results.
4. Answer yes to the question Did you get a 1099-R in 2020?
5. Click continue to the page Get ready to be impressed.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions.
7. On the page Tell us if any of these uncommon situations apply, put a check mark next to the statement I took out this money because of a qualified disaster (Covid-19). I have attached a picture below for further guidance.