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Ms. Toad

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6. It isn't age that determines dependency -

Reply to RandySF (Reply #5)

Sun Dec 1, 2013, 02:46 AM

Dec 2013

it is who pays 51% (or more) of her support.

I don't know whenter that is the test for expanded Medicaid - but is is for federal tax purposes. (I have been my spouse's dependent, at times, during our marriage (the one not recognized until recently for federal tax purposes).)

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Question about ACA... [View all] madmom Dec 2013 OP

I don't think so, elleng Dec 2013 #1

She's an adult. She's reached her majority. Ilsa Dec 2013 #2

Only if you claim her as a dependent on your tax returns. If not, then no. JaneyVee Dec 2013 #3

It might depend on state rules dflprincess Dec 2013 #4

I don't think so. RandySF Dec 2013 #5

It isn't age that determines dependency - Ms. Toad Dec 2013 #6