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    Mar 30, 2013, 05:22 AM
    Missouri 1040 standard deduction?
    Hello,

    I'm trying to file my state income tax for Missouri. Line 14 on MO-1040 long form talks about MO standard deduction or itemized deduction. How do I go about deciding which one can I use?

    Last year, I had claimed standard deduction, however I got a notice of proposed changes from the state. It said that since I itemized deductions on my federal 1040-NR-EZ I need to do that here too.

    Now, the reason I'm confused is because this year on my federal 1040 NR-EZ I'm taking Standard Deduction of $5950 since I'm from India (Last year I didn't know about the tax treaty so I didn't take that benefit). I know this "standard deduction" is filled on line 11 (under itemized deductions) on 1040 NR-EZ. So, my question is - Will this count as standard deduction or itemized deduction while filling out MO-1040 line 14?

    Thanks.
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    Mar 30, 2013, 10:12 AM
    It counts as a standard deduction on the Missouri return as well.
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    Mar 30, 2013, 02:54 PM
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    It counts as a standard deduction on the Missouri return as well.
    Thanks again. Appreciate all the prompt responses.
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    Mar 30, 2013, 03:35 PM
    Glad to help!
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