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Jan 10, 2023 · Form 6251, “Alternative Minimum Tax—Individuals,” is a tax form that calculates whether you’re liable for paying the alternative minimum tax and if so, how much you should pay. It adds back various tax breaks you might have claimed on your Form 1040 tax return, then determines your taxes owed.
AMT tax brackets. For 2022, the 26% tax rate applies to the first $206,100 ($103,050 if married filing separately) of taxable excess (the amount on line 6). This change is reflected in lines 7, 18, and 39. Purpose of Form. Use Form 6251 to figure the amount, if any, of your alternative minimum tax (AMT).
These tax benefits can significantly reduce the regular tax of some taxpayers with higher economic incomes. The AMT sets a limit on the amount these benefits can be used to reduce total tax. This information is found in the Instructions for Form 6251, Alternative Minimum Tax - Individuals.
