Will a $1,000 Overtime Deduction Restore Your Take-Home Pay?

Alabama's tax-free overtime has officially expired. We analyze the 2026 proposal to restore relief and whether a $1,000 deduction can offset the 22% surge in the cost of essentials.

# Will a $1,000 Overtime Deduction Restore Your Take-Home Pay? Alabama's tax-free overtime has officially expired. We analyze the 2026 proposal to restore relief and whether a $1,000 deduction can offset the 22% surge in the cost of essentials. **Read the full article:** [Kiplinger](https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/alabama-overtime-deduction) *This article was originally published by Kiplinger. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*