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Oregon released a new form for 2024 called the OR VSI, or Voluntary Self-Identification of Race and Ethnicity. For more information about this form, go to Oregon.gov.

You must select to an option to opt-out or provide your information before you can e-file the Oregon return. Follow these steps below.

1. When you go to the File tab and click Finish my Oregon return, you will see the following message:
   
2. Click I’d like to see the forms I’ve filled out or search for a form.
3. Expand the Oregon Forms menu.
4. Click the Other tab.
5. Click the blue link Form OR-VSI – Voluntary Self-Identification.
6. At the top of this screen, you will see the disclaimer from the state.
7. For the taxpayer, and spouse if present, do one of the following:
   • Check the box Does not wish to provide race or ethnic identity.
   • Select Primary race or ethnicity from the drop list. If you choose to self-report, there are three drop lists available for each person (one primary and two additional).
   • Check the box Does not have a primary race or ethnic identity. 
8. Click Save.