Q: Is the 1099-G a bill?     
No, it is not a bill. It is a tax form showing how much you were paid in benefits from NYSDOL in a specific calendar year.

Q: What do I do with the 1099-G tax form?     
You must include the form with your tax return and include the benefits you were paid in your earnings for the applicable calendar year. If you use a tax preparer or you e-file, be sure to include the 1099-G form with your other tax information for the calendar year. Consult with your tax preparer or the NYS Department of Tax and Finance if you have questions about your 1099-G form. You may also be eligible to e-file for free. For more information about filing New York State income taxes, go to:  https://tax.ny.gov.

Q: The address on my 1099-G tax form is wrong. Will that affect my return? 
No, as long as the Social Security Number printed on the form is correct. 

Q: If I repaid an overpayment, will it appear on my 1099-G tax form?
Certain payments will show on your 1099-G tax form. They will be listed on the form in Box 2 Adjustments. These include:

• Cash payments you sent to pay back your overpaid benefits
• Your income tax refunds that were used to pay back your overpaid benefits

These payments will not show on your 1099-G form: 

• Payments you made to cover penalties
• Unemployment Insurance benefits that were used to pay back your overpayment

Q: Can I have my tax withholding returned to me?
The Department of Labor cannot return any withheld taxes to you. Only the federal or state government can return those to you as part of your income tax refund.

1099-G Form Breakdown: