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Child Tax Credit: Higher Income Thresholds for Single Parents and Heads of Household.

This bill raises the income threshold for single individuals and heads of household to qualify for the full child tax credit in 2021. This means more single-parent families or those leading a household will be able to receive greater financial support for raising children.
Key points
Increased income threshold for single individuals and heads of household from $112,500 to $150,000, above which the child tax credit begins to phase out.
The change applies to the temporary child tax credit rules for the 2021 tax year.
More single-parent families or heads of household will be eligible for a higher child tax credit.
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Print number: 117_HR_3216
Sponsor: Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-45]
Process start date: 2021-05-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create parity for unmarried individuals and heads of household with respect to the temporary 2021 income phaseouts in the child tax credit.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3216.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased income threshold for single individuals and heads of household from $112,500 to $150,000, above which the child tax credit begins to phase out.
  • The change applies to the temporary child tax credit rules for the 2021 tax year.
  • More single-parent families or heads of household will be eligible for a higher child tax credit.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-45].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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