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Child Tax Credit for Pregnant Mothers and Unborn Children

This bill allows pregnant women to claim a child tax credit for their unborn children. This means parents could receive financial support earlier, even before the child's birth, and also in cases of miscarriage or stillbirth, under specific conditions. The bill also introduces the possibility of obtaining an official certificate for miscarriage or stillbirth.
Key points
Child tax credit can be claimed in the year prior to birth if the child is born alive and has a social security number.
Credit also available for miscarriage or stillbirth, upon obtaining a specific certificate.
Introduces an official certificate for miscarriage or stillbirth, including a unique identification number and parental information.
Defines "unborn child" as an individual of the species homo sapiens from the beginning of biological development, including fertilization.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6505
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Jason [R-MO-8]
Process start date: 2022-01-25