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2006 Publication 3 Armed Forces' Tax Guide

2006 Publication 3 Armed Forces' Tax Guide-2025

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The document is the 'Armed Forces' Tax Guide' (Publication 3) issued by the Internal Revenue Service, providing essential tax information for members of the U.S. Armed Forces for the 2006 tax year. It covers various topics including gross income, adjustments to income, combat zone exclusions, filing procedures, and specific tax benefits available to military personnel. The guide emphasizes special considerations for active duty service members, including deductions for moving expenses and retirement contributions, as well as extensions of deadlines for filing taxes due to military service.

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Which of the following are not considered armed forces members?

The U.S. Armed Forces also includes the Coast Guard. The Public Health Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration can also receive many of the same tax benefits. The U.S. Armed Forces doesnt include the U.S. Merchant Marine or the American Red Cross.

Is military BAH considered income?

The Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) and Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS) are both nontaxable income.

Are active duty military exempt from federal taxes?

While all pays are taxable, most allowances are tax-exempt. The primary allowances for most individuals are BAS and BAH, which are tax-exempt. Conus COLA is one allowance that is taxable. A law change mandated that every allowance created after 1986 would be taxable.

What is IRS Publication 3?

Publication 3 explains all of the tax benefits available only to active military personnel. It also covers generally-available credits such as the child tax credit. Military veterans should see Publication 525 for information regarding their pensions and benefits.

Who are considered armed forces members for tax purposes?

For federal tax purposes, the U.S. Armed Forces includes commissioned officers, warrant officers and enlisted personnel in all regular and reserve units under control of the secretaries of the Defense, Army, Navy and Air Force. The U.S. Armed Forces also include the Coast Guard.

Where can I find IRS publications?

Personal computer users may download forms and publications from the IRS Web site at .irs.gov/formspubs/index.html. This site also has links to state tax forms and to forms that you can fill in online and then print.

What IRS publication provides tax guidance for taxpayers in the armed forces?

Publication 3 (2023), Armed Forces Tax Guide.

Do members of the armed forces pay income tax?

If your domicile is California, we consider you a resident, and you pay tax on all income while permanently stationed here.

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