Effective November 1, 2009, California Personal Income Tax (PIT) Withholding Schedules Replaced
As a result of the passage of Assembly Bill x4_17, the California Withholding Schedules for 2009 have been replaced effective November 1, 2009, to accelerate withholding. The modified schedules are available online.
In addition, the rates for supplemental wages have increased; the rates are 6.6% for supplemental wages and 10.23% for stock options and bonus payments paid on or after November 1, 2009. For additional information about supplemental wages, refer to the California Employer’s Guide (DE 44), or the Information Sheet: Personal Income Tax Withholding — Supplemental Wage Payments, Moving Expense Reimbursement — WARN Act Payments (DE 231PS).
NOTE: These schedules are effective November 1 through December 31, 2009, the schedules released for January 1 through October 31, 2009, will also remain available online. Contact the Taxpayer Assistance Center at (888) 745-3886 for additional assistance.