What does Form W-4S request?

Form W-4S is specifically designed to request federal income tax withholding from sick pay. This form is used by employees who receive sick pay and want to ensure that the appropriate amount of federal tax is withheld from these payments. Employers utilize the information provided on Form W-4S to determine how much federal income tax must be withheld from sick pay in accordance with the employee's preferences.

The other options do not pertain to the purpose of Form W-4S. For instance, while employee marital status is relevant for determining withholding amounts, it is typically reported on Form W-4, not specifically on W-4S. Similarly, a tax identification number for dependents is generally included on Form W-4 or other forms related to tax credits for dependents, not on W-4S. Verification of employment status is usually handled through other forms or processes and does not have a connection to the completion of Form W-4S. Thus, the function of Form W-4S is narrowly focused on sick pay withholding.