NY unemployment 1099-G missing overpayment deductions - tax reporting issue

This is actually a common issue with NY unemployment 1099-G forms. The DOL should have issued you a corrected 1099-G that reflects the repayment, but they often don't do this automatically. You need to specifically request a corrected form by calling the Tax Form unit at 888-209-8124. Select the option for tax form assistance when prompted. In the meantime, according to IRS rules, if you repaid benefits in the same year you received them, your 1099-G should only show the net amount. If you repaid benefits from a prior year, you might be eligible to claim a deduction or credit on your tax return for the repayment. Either way, having accurate documentation is essential.

Same thing happened to me!!! My 1099 shows I got $11,340 but I had to pay back $3200 of that cuz they said I didnt report a temp job right. so frustrating, I cant afford to pay taxes on money I didnt even keep!!

I handled this exact situation last year. You need to keep detailed records of everything. Here's what worked for me: 1. Call 888-209-8124 specifically asking for the Tax Form department 2. Have your repayment confirmation numbers ready (from when you repaid the overpayment) 3. Request a "Corrected 1099-G" - use those exact words 4. Get the name of the representative you speak with 5. Ask for a confirmation number for your request It took about 3 weeks to get my corrected form. If you can't get through by phone, you can also write to: NYS DOL, PO Box 15130, Albany, NY 12212-5130. Include your full name, address, last 4 of SSN, and repayment documentation. Don't file your taxes until you have the corrected form in hand.

After trying for DAYS to get through to someone at the DOL about my 1099 issues (different problem but same department), I finally used Claimyr and got through in under 10 minutes. It's a service that gets you past the phone queue. Totally worth it for me because I was about to miss my tax filing deadline waiting for a corrected form. Just go to claimyr.com and they have a video that shows how it works: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE Once I got through, the rep was actually really helpful and processed my corrected 1099-G while I was on the phone with her. Got the new form by email within 48 hours.

u dont have to get a corrected 1099 if u don't want to wait. when u file taxes u can fill out Form 8379 (i think thats the right number) misc income deduction for repaid benefits. u subtract what u paid back. my tax guy did this for me last year when i had same problem

Update: I finally got through to someone at DOL! After being on hold for almost 2 hours (started calling right when they opened), I spoke with a representative who confirmed that my 1099-G needs to be corrected. She said they've been getting a lot of calls about this issue. Apparently, the system doesn't automatically adjust the 1099-G when you make repayments - it has to be done manually by request. She took my information and said I should receive a corrected 1099-G within 14 business days. I asked for a confirmation number for the request, which she provided. She also suggested I don't file my taxes until I receive the corrected form.

Wait I'm confused... If you paid back the money shouldn't the state just send a corrected form automatically?? Why do we have to chase them down for this?

My sister had this exact same issue but with her 2024 1099-G. She never bothered to get it fixed and ended up paying taxes on money she didn't keep. Don't make the same mistake! The IRS doesn't know you paid money back unless the 1099 is corrected or you specifically claim it on your tax return.

Any update on your situation? Were you able to get the corrected 1099-G?