To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the amount of the child tax credit, to make such credit fully refundable, to remove income limitations from such credit, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · February 18, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R. 1425 would significantly expand the child tax credit by increasing it from $1,000 to $5,000 per child and making the credit fully refundable, meaning families would receive the full amount even if they owe no federal taxes. The bill also removes all income limitations on the credit, making it available to families at any income level regardless of how much they earn. This legislation would affect millions of American families with dependent children by putting more money directly in their pockets through their tax returns. The changes would take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024, though the bill text does not specify any particular funding source or cost estimate. The bill also makes technical changes to remove outdated provisions and eliminate certain restrictions related to Puerto Rico and American Samoa residents.
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