M99 Tax Credit Expiring Soon for Military Members!

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If you served in a military combat zone in 2012, you could be eligible for a refundable Minnesota tax credit worth $120 for each month of service in a combat zone. Don’t put this off; you must file by October 15, 2016. 

 

You must meet all of the following requirements to qualify:

  • Your home of record was Minnesota during your months of service.
  • You served in a combat zone or qualified hazardous-duty area anytime in 2012.
  • You received combat pay, which is exempt from federal income tax.

 

The 2012 credit is $120 for each month of service in a combat zone or qualified hazardous-duty area. To find out more about locations that qualify for the tax credit, visit the IRS website. Partial months count, so even if you only served one day in a month, you get credit for that full month. 

 

How to claim the credit:

    • National Guard, Reservists, and Retired or Discharged Active-Duty Members: Attach a copy of your Form DD-214 for each period of qualifying service.
    • Active-Duty Members: Attach a copy of your Leave and Earnings Statement for each month of qualifying service.

 

Tax credits for service in a combat zone are also available for 2013, 2014, and 2015. To apply for those credits, file Form M99 for the appropriate year and include the required documents listed above.  

 

You can get information on additional military tax credits available by visiting the Members of the Military page on our website.

 

If you have questions, call our income tax assistance line at 651-296-3781 or 1-800-652-9094 (toll-free).