LINE 1e Taxable dependent care benefits from Form 2441, line 26

    Enter the total of your taxable dependent care benefits from Form 2441, line 26. Dependent care benefits should be shown in box 10 of your Form(s) W-2. But first complete Form 2441 to see if you can exclude part or all of the benefits.

    Currently, the maximum possible Child and Dependent Care Deduction from income is $1,050 for one qualifying individual or $2,100 for two or more.

      NOTE:   For tax year 2026, the maximum possible Child and Dependent Care Deduction from income will be $1,500 for one qualifying individual or $3,000 for two or more.







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