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Child Tax Credit Relief for Puerto Rican Families: Equal Treatment

This act aims to ensure that families in Puerto Rico have the same rights to the refundable portion of the child tax credit as families in other parts of the United States. This means more families in Puerto Rico may receive a refund, even if they don't have enough taxable income, potentially improving their financial situation. These changes will apply starting from the 2025 tax year.
Key points
Equal Treatment: Residents of Puerto Rico will have the same rules for accessing the refundable part of the child tax credit as other U.S. citizens.
Increased Refunds: The changes could mean more families in Puerto Rico receive a refund from the child tax credit, even with low incomes.
Effective 2025: The new rules will apply to income earned from January 1, 2025, onwards.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1697
Sponsor: Rescom. Hernández, Pablo [D-PR-At Large]
Process start date: 2025-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Child Tax Credit Relief for Puerto Rican Families Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1697.

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 2025-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Equal Treatment: Residents of Puerto Rico will have the same rules for accessing the refundable part of the child tax credit as other U.S. citizens.
  • Increased Refunds: The changes could mean more families in Puerto Rico receive a refund from the child tax credit, even with low incomes.
  • Effective 2025: The new rules will apply to income earned from January 1, 2025, onwards.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rescom. Hernández, Pablo [D-PR-At Large].

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 2025-12-22.

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