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Support for Families, Pregnant Women, and Children: Tax and Benefit Changes.

This act introduces changes aimed at supporting families, pregnant women, and children. It includes modifications to child tax credits, the introduction of parental leave benefits, and support for organizations assisting pregnant women.
Key points
Increased and expanded child tax credit, including for unborn children.
Introduction of a new parental leave benefit, funded by social security, with a future repayment obligation.
Establishment of a requirement for cooperation with child support agencies for SNAP participants.
Support for workforce development programs for non-custodial parents.
Requirement for biological fathers to pay child support for medical expenses incurred during pregnancy and delivery.
Requirement for colleges to inform pregnant students of their rights and available resources.
Provision of grants for community-based maternal mentoring programs.
Ensuring equal treatment for religious organizations in federally funded social services programs.
Creation of a website and portal with information on resources for pregnant women.
Changes to the WIC program, including extending eligibility for breastfeeding and postpartum women and increasing the value of food vouchers.
Provision of grants and priority funding for pregnancy resource centers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4868
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2022-09-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for Life Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4868.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased and expanded child tax credit, including for unborn children.
  • Introduction of a new parental leave benefit, funded by social security, with a future repayment obligation.
  • Establishment of a requirement for cooperation with child support agencies for SNAP participants.
  • Support for workforce development programs for non-custodial parents.
  • Requirement for biological fathers to pay child support for medical expenses incurred during pregnancy and delivery.
  • Requirement for colleges to inform pregnant students of their rights and available resources.
  • Provision of grants for community-based maternal mentoring programs.
  • Ensuring equal treatment for religious organizations in federally funded social services programs.
  • Creation of a website and portal with information on resources for pregnant women.
  • Changes to the WIC program, including extending eligibility for breastfeeding and postpartum women and increasing the value of food vouchers.
  • Provision of grants and priority funding for pregnancy resource centers.
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 Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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