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What Is the MA – Schedule Y – Other Deductions Screen?
This screen is used to enter adjustments and override deductions reported on Massachusetts Schedule Y – Other Deductions. The fields on this screen allow you to apply state-specific deduction amounts that may differ from those reported federally.
Override Fields
All green fields on this screen are override fields. These entries will replace any data that flows from the federal return. Use them only when Massachusetts requirements differ from your federal calculations.
Available Deductions on This Screen
The following lines and fields are available:
1. Whose form is this? (Taxpayer, Spouse, Joint)
2. Schedule Y line 3 – Alimony paid
3. Amounts excludible under MGL Ch 41, Sec 111F or U.S. treaty
4. Fireman/Police officer checkbox
5. Exempt under U.S. tax treaty checkbox
6. Medical Savings Account deduction
7. Self-employed health insurance deduction
8. Federal deductions adjustment
9. Certain business expenses from federal return
10. Charitable contribution deduction
11. Student Loan Interest Deduction
12. Claiming the same expense on line 12 (checkbox)
13. College tuition deduction – Tuition paid in 2024
14. Tuition/Fees is for undergraduate school only (checkbox)
15. Scholarships, grants or financial aid received in 2024
16. Reimbursements from Federal 1098-T Box 10
17. Undergraduate student loan interest deduction
18. Deductible amount of qualified contributory pension income
19. Claim of right deduction
20. Line 15 – Commuter Deduction
- Amount paid for tolls through an EZ Pass account (Taxpayer/Spouse)
- Amount paid for MBTA transit or commuter rail (Taxpayer/Spouse)
21. Human Organ Donation
22. Certain gambling losses
23. Prepaid tuition or college savings program deduction
24. Student loan repayment assistance deduction
25. Schedule Y – Line 5 Worksheet:
1. Transportation and storage for household goods and personal effects in 2024
2. Travel (including lodging) from your old home to your new home
3. Do not include meals
4. Total amount your employer paid you for the expenses listed above
How to Add This Screen
1. Open the State Taxes section in the left-hand navigation.
2. Click the link I’d like to see the forms I’ve filled out or search for a form.
3. Select Massachusetts from the state dropdown.
4. Under the General tab, click:
MA – Schedule Y – Other Deductions
Further Information
For full guidance on Massachusetts deductions and eligibility, visit:
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-personal-income-tax-forms-and-instructions