Child Poverty Reduction Act: Halving Poverty in Five Years
This act aims to cut child poverty in the United States by half within five years. It introduces new methods for measuring child poverty and mandates 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 goal to reduce child poverty by half within 5 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 with resources and reports related to child poverty reduction.
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