TaxGuyBill
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12-07-2019
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Did the spouse have any earned income?
There are TWO requirements for the spouse. (1) They must be working or looking for work AND (2) they must have some earned income during the year.
If the spouse did not have any earned income, the dependent care benefit is not allowed and would be taxable.