Congress may pass an expansion to the federal child tax credit

The Washington Post newspaper editorial board just published its strong support for this renewed funding that helps mostly low-income parents, perhaps starting in 2024.   House and Senate leaders Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Jason T. Smith (R-MO) have worked for months to work out the differences between the Senate and House versions.  A similar measure was the centerpiece of the 2021 program the American Rescue Plan.  Read more>>>