Colorado U.S. Government Interest Subtraction
The Colorado U.S. Government Interest Subtraction allows taxpayers to reduce their Colorado taxable income by the amount of interest earned from U.S. government obligations, such as U.S. Treasury bonds, notes, and bills. This subtraction is part of Colorado’s modifications to federal taxable income under state tax law.
Eligibility and Application
- Applies to interest income from U.S. government securities.
- Must be reported on the Colorado Individual Income Tax Return (Form DR 0104).
- Subtraction is included on line 31 of Form DR 0104, under "Colorado Information," as part of the modified Colorado adjusted gross income calculation.
- Only the portion of U.S. government interest included in federal adjusted gross income (AGI) is eligible for subtraction.
How to Claim the Subtraction
Taxpayers must report the subtraction on Form DR 0104, specifically on line 31, which is part of the calculation for modified Colorado adjusted gross income. The subtraction is applied after federal AGI is adjusted for Colorado-specific additions and subtractions.
Important Notes
- The subtraction is not available for interest from private or state-issued securities.
- It is one of several subtractions allowed under Colorado law, including pension/annuity, capital gain, and charitable contribution subtractions.
- For detailed guidance, refer to the Colorado Individual Income Tax Guide and related publications.
Source:
Individual Income Tax Guide
Form DR 0104
Form DR 0104X
Disclaimer: Always verify details with official forms and instructions from the Colorado Department of Revenue. This information is for general guidance only and may not reflect all individual circumstances.