Tax form

So I just got the W-4 and I was wondering if someone with experience in the matter could answer a question for me. I've asked a lot of people and they don't seem to know...

At the bottom, there is a Form IT-4 NR. What exactly is this and am I required to claim exemption from withholding Ohio Income Tax, or am I just *able* to claim exemption? I'm confused. (FYI, I'm from Indiana)

*** Edited 2/21/2007 5:31:36 PM UTC by kirk06***

We got this sorted out over AIM but just some more info for others who may be interested.

http://tax.ohio.gov/faqs/content/employer_withholding/qa.asp

19. I have employee that lives in a state neighboring Ohio. Must I withhold Ohio state income tax from their wages?

No. Ohio has a reciprocal agreement with the five states that neighbor Ohio. These five states are Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The reciprocal agreements provide that Ohio will not impose state income tax on the salaries, wages, tips and commissions of residents of these five states. Employees of these states that work in Ohio should complete form IT 4NR, Employee’s Statement of Residency in a Reciprocity State, and file that form with their employer.

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So yes... you must claim exemption if your permanent address is in one of those states.