The Connecticut Basic Information section includes state-specific questions and elections that help determine how your Connecticut income tax return is processed. Most of your personal information transfers from your federal return, but Connecticut requires a few additional items to complete your state filing.
You may see questions related to:
- Access Health Connecticut notification authorization
- Form Connecticut-19IT
- City or town of residence information
- Connecticut filing status elections
Access Health Connecticut Authorization
Connecticut may ask whether you authorize the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services (DRS) to notify Access Health Connecticut of your interest in learning about available health coverage options.
What is Access Health Connecticut?
Access Health Connecticut is Connecticut's official health insurance marketplace where eligible residents can shop for and enroll in health coverage plans.
What happens if I answer "Yes"?
If you authorize the Department of Revenue Services to share your information:
- Access Health Connecticut may contact you with information about available health insurance coverage options.
- You may receive information about potential financial assistance or enrollment opportunities.
Is this authorization required?
No. This election is completely voluntary and does not affect the processing of your Connecticut tax return.
Form Connecticut-19IT
Connecticut may ask whether Form Connecticut-19IT, Title 19 Status Release, is attached to your return.
What is Form Connecticut-19IT?
Form Connecticut-19IT is used in certain situations involving assistance provided by Connecticut programs. The form allows Connecticut to determine whether a refund or other payment may be subject to an offset for certain obligations.
Most taxpayers will not need to attach this form.
Who should answer "Yes"?
Select Yes only if Form Connecticut-19IT is being submitted with your return.
If you're unsure whether the form applies to you, review the instructions provided with the form or any correspondence received from the State of Connecticut.
City or Town of Residence
You may be asked to enter a city or town of residence if it differs from your mailing address.
Why is this information needed?
Connecticut uses your city or town of residence for various state reporting and residency verification purposes.
When should I enter a different city or town?
Enter this information if:
- Your mailing address is different from where you actually live.
- You use a post office box as your mailing address.
- Your mailing address is located in a different municipality than your residence.
You may also be asked to enter the ZIP Code associated with your city or town of residence.
Connecticut Filing Status Election
Married taxpayers who filed a federal Married Filing Jointly return may have the option to change their filing status for Connecticut purposes.
What filing status election is available?
Connecticut allows certain married taxpayers who file a joint federal return to elect Married Filing Separately for Connecticut purposes.
Why would someone make this election?
Depending on your situation, filing separately for Connecticut purposes may affect:
- Connecticut taxable income
- Connecticut tax liability
- Eligibility for certain credits or deductions
Because the results vary from taxpayer to taxpayer, it's important to review the impact carefully before making the election.
How Do I Access the Connecticut Basic Information Section?
- Navigate to the Connecticut Return section.
- Select Basic Information.
- Review the questions related to:
- Access Health Connecticut authorization
- Form Connecticut-19IT
- City or town of residence
- Connecticut filing status elections
- Enter any applicable information.
- Continue through the remainder of the Connecticut return.
Why Is the Connecticut Basic Information Section Important?
The information entered in this section helps Connecticut:
- Verify residency information.
- Process your return accurately.
- Apply the proper filing status election.
- Determine whether special forms are required.
- Contact you regarding health coverage options if you authorize information sharing.
Before filing your Connecticut return, review all entries carefully to ensure the information accurately reflects your situation for the tax year.