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What is a "fee-basis state or local government official"? I do consulting for the state government but get paid through an organization that is paid by the state.

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June 8, 2019
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My 1099-MIsc is from the organization contracted by the state but my consulting work is with a state agency. Largely I work at the state agency office. Can I be considered a fee-basis state official? I see my deductions for travel and home office would only count this year if I say I'm a state official. I have taken these deductions in the past but with the new cap on deductions, they would not help me unless I say I'm a state govt official.

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rjs

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You are not a fee-basis state official. A fee-basis government official is someone who is compensated by collecting fees for his or her services, rather than being paid a salary or wages.

ScruffyCurmudgeon

Employee

Example: Health Agent or often in smaller municipalities the Building and Electrical Inspectors.

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