FAQ - 2009 PIT Schedules Replacement
- Why are the schedules being modified?
- When do I start using these schedules? Do these replace the schedules released in April?
- How can I get a copy of the modified 2009 schedules?
- Will my employee owe money to the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) at the end of the year?
- How should I answer my employees’ questions about their taxes as a result of this change?
- Will the increased PIT Withholdings change my California Deposit Requirements?
- What are supplemental wages?
Why are the schedules being modified?
The modification of the schedules is to accelerate tax revenues as a result of the recent passage of Assembly Bill x4_17.
When do I start using these schedules? Do these replace the schedules released in April?
The schedules are effective November 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009. The schedules released in April are for January 1st through October 31st.
How can I get a copy of the modified 2009 schedules?
The modified schedules can be downloaded from EDD’s web site at www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Taxes/Rates_and_Withholding.htm.
Will my employee owe money to the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) at the end of the year?
Using the accelerated schedules may reduce the likelihood of employees being underwithheld for the year. Questions regarding Personal Income Tax (PIT) should be directed to FTB at Web site www.ftb.ca.gov or call FTB at 1-800-852-5711.
How should I answer my employees’ questions about their taxes as a result of this change?
Questions regarding PIT should be directed to FTB at Web site www.ftb.ca.gov or call FTB at 1-800-852-5711.
Will the increased PIT Withholdings change my California Deposit Requirements?
Your California deposit due dates are still based on the amount of accumulated PIT withheld and your Federal Deposit Schedule. Please refer to page 5 of the California Employer’s Guide for the current California Deposit Requirements.
What are supplemental wages?
Supplemental wages can be bonuses, commissions, overtime pay, sales awards, back pay – including retroactive wage increases, reimbursement for nondeductible moving expenses, etc. For additional information about supplemental wages, refer to the California Employer’s Guide (DE 44), or the Information Sheet: Personal Income Tax Withholding — Supplemental Wage Payments, Moving Expense Reimbursement — WARN Act Payments (DE 231PS), available on our Web site at www.edd.ca.gov.