Free Tax Preparation for VETERANS__

OBERNOLTE Joins with

Board of Equalization Member George Runner

City of Victorville and Town of Apple Valley

Local Veterans of World War II, Korean War, Vietnam Conflict gather for Veterans Day 2015 Opening Ceremony

VETERANS contact the District Office to Schedule Your Appointment

Today March 8^th, Assemblyman Jay Obernolte (R-Hesperia) announced he will be hosting two free tax preparation events in the High Desert for Veterans, in cooperation with Board of Equalization Member George Runner, the City of Victorville, and the Town of Apple Valley.

“We owe our Veterans so much for the sacrifices they have made to our country,” stated Assemblyman Obernolte. “I am honored to host this event offering free tax preparation to our Veterans as a small way of showing my appreciation to all those who have served.”

“As the proud father of a U.S.Veteran, I’m very grateful for the sacrifices these courageous men and women have made,” said Board of Equalization Member George Runner. “I encourage U.S. Veterans to take advantage of these resources, and I hope they find them to be useful."

“The City of Victorville is very excited to be teaming up with Assemblyman Jay Obernolte and George Runner from the State Board of Equalization in providing free income tax preparation to our veterans. We are pleased to be a part of this effort to show our gratitude and say Thank You to the men and women who have served their country with honor and distinction,” noted the City of Victorville Mayor Gloria Garcia.

“We are so pleased to play a role in providing such a valuable service to our Veterans. They have given so much to our country and our community, I think it is very important to give back to them,” the Town of Apple Valley Mayor Barb Stanton commented.

To RSVP for the events please contact Assemblyman Jay Obernolte’s District Office at (760) 244 5277.

Victorville Free Tax Preparation for Veterans

Thursday, March 17th, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Victorville City Hall

14343 Civic Dr., Victorville, CA 92392

Apple Valley Free Tax Preparation for Veterans

Friday, March 25th, 9:00am to 2:00pm

Apple Valley Town Conference Center

14955 Dale Evans Pkwy, Apple Valley, CA 92307

Veterans need to bring with them:

*Photo ID (passport, green card, driver’s license, state DMV ID) for self AND spouse if married (Required)

*For married filing joint returns, BOTH spouses must be present (Required)

*Social Security Cards or ITNS for members going on the return, including spouse and all dependents (Required)

*Last year’s tax return, if any available (Recommended)

*Proof of Income – W2s, 1099s, cash income, disability year-end statement (SSA, VA, insurance, etc.), interest income, etc. (i.e. SSA-1099, RRB-1099, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099R, 1099-MISC, 1099-B, 1099-G state income tax refund, and information about other forms of income)

*Proof of Expenses – childcare expense statements (including provider address and tax ID number), medical expenses, property tax bills, etc. (i.e. 1098 form for home mortgage interest, 1098-T & 1098-E forms for tuition & student loan interest payments, list of medical/dental expenses [doctor/hospital bills & medical insurance premiums, prescription medicines, costs of assisted living services and bills for home improvements such as ramps/railings for people with disabilities]summary of contributions to charity, canceled checks indicating federal and state income tax paid or prepaid or estimated tax payments, property tax and proof of payments)

*Dependent care provider information (name, employer ID or social security number)

*Checkbook with routing number and account number for direct deposit refund (recommended)