Child Poverty Reduction Act: Halving Poverty in 10 Years
This act aims to reduce child poverty in the United States by half within 10 years. It introduces new methods for measuring child poverty and requires regular reports on progress and the impact of federal policies. This is intended to foster a better understanding of the issue and more effective actions to improve the lives of the youngest citizens.
Key points
Establishes a national goal to cut child poverty by half in 10 years.
Introduces new, standardized methods for measuring child poverty, including for U.S. territories.
Requires annual reports assessing the impact of federal policies on child poverty.
Creates an online clearinghouse of resources and reports related to child poverty reduction.
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