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Reciprocity. The states cannot tax federal issues and the federal government cannot tax state issues.

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Q: Why is it that US Treasury bonds are not taxable at the state level?
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Are TReasury I bonds taxable?

Treasury Notes, Bonds and such are direct obligations of the US Government. The interest on these is taxable by the Federal government but is exempt from all State and Local taxes. You should receive a form 1099-INT stating the amount of income in box 3 to include on your return. See the link for more indepth info...especially page 11.


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What are some benefits of purchasing US Treasury bonds?

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What do treasury bills treasury notes and treasury bonds have in common?

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