Child Tax Credit

Millions of American parents could see larger tax breaks in 2025, thanks to a new House Republican proposal to expand the Child Tax Credit as part of President Donald Trump’s multi-trillion-dollar budget bill. But despite ... more

The IRS has begun issuing child tax credit payments for June 2025, continuing its monthly rollout for eligible families across the U.S. Whether you're already receiving checks or applying for the first time this year, ... more

As part of the FY 2026 state budget, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation that will deliver historic tax relief to families through a major expansion of the state’s Child Tax Credit. The ... more

A controversial tax bill backed by President Donald Trump could jeopardize the Child Tax Credit for millions of American families—particularly those in mixed-status households. Experts warn the legislation, now in the hands of the U.S ... more

New York is introducing a major new benefit to support low-income parents: a one-time $1,800 birth allowance to help offset the rising costs of caring for a newborn ... more

Governor Kathy Hochul has signed new legislation that will deliver financial relief to families across New York State. As part of the 2026 State Budget, the New York child tax credit has been significantly expanded—tripling ... more

A proposed $5,000 “baby bonus” from the Trump campaign is generating buzz across the country. The plan, which would give cash payments to new parents, aims to address America’s declining birth rate by offering direct ... more

The New York State child tax credit is growing and offers financial relief to eligible families in 2025—but not every household qualifies. Here's a breakdown of the income limits, age requirements, and filing rules you ... more

Governor Kathy Hochul announced a major win for middle-class families during a visit to the Capital District YMCA BOCES Preschool. She highlighted new investments in child care and education in New York’s FY 2026 budget ... more

New York’s newly passed FY 2026 budget includes a one-time “inflation refund” designed to ease the financial burden on households hit hardest by rising prices. More than 8.2 million New Yorkers are expected to receive ... more

Families in New York will see major tax relief thanks to a new expansion of the state’s Child Tax Credit. Included in the FY 2026 budget, the credit will now provide up to $1,000 per ... more

Millions of Americans rely on the Child Tax Credit to reduce their tax liability each year. But simple filing mistakes could cause delays—or even complete loss—of your 2025 refund, especially the refundable portion known as ... more

Millions of families across the United States could see a financial boost in 2025 thanks to updates to the federal Child Tax Credit. If you’re raising children, it’s important to understand how the benefit works, ... more

A major win for families: Multiple states are about to roll out new child tax credits up to $600 per child. Find out how much you could get and when the payments begin. What Is ... more

The Child Tax Credit and Additional Child Tax Credit are essential financial relief measures for families with qualifying children. While the Child Tax Credit is a non-refundable credit that reduces tax liability, the Additional Child ... more

New York families with children may soon see a significant financial boost as the Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC) advances in the state legislature. Both the New York State Assembly and Senate have included the ... more

Find Out If You’re Eligible for Up to $1,700 Per Child in Tax Relief Thousands of families across the U.S. rely on the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) to reduce their tax burden and receive ... more

With tax season in full swing, many families are looking for ways to increase their refunds. One key tax benefit available to eligible parents is the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC)—a refundable credit that can ... more

As American families continue to face rising childcare costs, the Child Tax Credit remains a crucial financial relief for parents. However, with ongoing discussions in Congress about potential changes to tax policies, many families are ... more