Family Tax Policies: What They Are and Why They Matter

Federal tax policy is a vital component to securing the well-being of children and their families in the United States. In fact, there are four key tax policies that provide more money for families with children than all other federal programs combined, including educational programs, health care insurance for children, and nutritional assistance.  These policies are:

  • The Tax Exemption for Dependent Children,

  • The Child Tax Credit,

  • The Earned Income Tax Credit, and

  • The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit

For this reason, it essential that advocates for children are familiar with these four tax policies and add them to their portfolio.

  • Please click here for general background on these four tax policies

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