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16. What should I do if I amend my federal tax return or my federal return was changed by the IRS?

If the IRS examined and changed your federal return, you must report these changes to Maine Revenue Services within 90 days, if the changes affect your Maine tax liability.

You must complete Maine Form 1040X-ME to change your Maine return. Be sure to include a copy of the final federal determination along with all notices and schedules supporting the federal adjustment.

If you have amended your federal return and the changes will affect your Maine tax liability, you must also report the changes to Maine by filing Form 1040X-ME. Attach a copy of your federal 1040X to your Maine return when filing.

If the changes result in an additional tax liability, you will be charged interest on the additional liability from the due date for payment of the original return until the amended payment is received. However, we will not assess penalties if you pay the liability in full when you file your return.

If the changes result in a refund due you, Maine Revenue Services has 90 days from the date we receive your complete return to process your refund before any interest is due you.

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