Request to withhold taxes. Submit a request to pay taxes on your Social Security benefit throughout the year instead of paying a large bill at tax time.As employers, state agencies and institutions of higher education must deduct federal income tax (FIT) from the wages of a state officer or employee. You will need to apply using form AP-201, Texas Application (PDF). Use this tool to estimate the federal income tax you want your employer to withhold from your paycheck. This is tax withholding. The new form has five steps. Employees must fill out step 1 and step 5. Not all forms are listed. Fill out an application, compare plans, and enroll in health coverage for 2025.