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Monthly Child Tax Credit Payments and Enhanced Dependent Support

This act replaces the existing annual Child Tax Credit with a new, fully refundable monthly credit designed to provide consistent financial support to families. Eligible families will receive payments every month. The legislation also introduces a separate annual credit of $500 for other dependents who do not qualify for the monthly child benefit.
Key points
Monthly Cash Flow: Families will receive payments monthly ($300 per child under 6, $250 per child aged 6-17), replacing the single annual tax credit.
Fully Refundable: The credit is fully refundable, meaning even families with little or no income tax liability can receive the full benefit.
Payment Protection: Monthly advance payments are protected from garnishment, levy, and offset for federal debts.
New Dependent Credit: A $500 annual credit is established for dependents who are not eligible for the monthly child payment.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2763
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Process start date: 2025-04-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Family Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2763.

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 2025-04-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Monthly Cash Flow: Families will receive payments monthly ($300 per child under 6, $250 per child aged 6-17), replacing the single annual tax credit.
  • Fully Refundable: The credit is fully refundable, meaning even families with little or no income tax liability can receive the full benefit.
  • Payment Protection: Monthly advance payments are protected from garnishment, levy, and offset for federal debts.
  • New Dependent Credit: A $500 annual credit is established for dependents who are not eligible for the monthly child payment.
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 Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3].

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 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Taxes Family Benefits