Universal pre-K and money for elder care are likely to be included in the bill, while free community college and expanded Medicare coverage are likely out.
A one-year extension of the child tax credit. Originally expanded under the Covid relief bill, the credit has resulted in parents getting direct cash payments from the IRS for their kids. The White House has estimated that the tax credit has slashed the country's child poverty rate in half. It provides a monthly child cash allowance of $300 per child under 6 years of age and $250 per child 6 to 17 years old for families with qualifying incomes.
For those using Medicare, $800 vouchers to help cover annual dental costs. The original proposal would have expanded Medicare coverage to include dental care. Funding for child care centers to offset the cost for families and reinforce the industry's workforce, made up mostly of women of color. The industry was
by the pandemic, and officials believe easier access to child care will make it easier for parents to get back to work.
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