The recently passed COVID-19 Rescue Plan includes a Safety Net for Children, the first in our nation’s history. This is essentially an anti-poverty legislation that will cut the child poverty rate by approximately half. Ninety-four percent of all families with children will qualify with an expanded tax credit to $3,600 per child under 6 and $3,000 for children between 6 and 18. Unlike previous child tax credits, this credit will be provided to families without taxable income in the form of monthly checks and thus will benefit the poorest of children. Thanks to Biden and our Democratic legislators, our poorest and most vulnerable will finally receive some badly needed assistance.
Opinion
The following is presented as part of The Columbian’s Opinion content, which offers a point of view in order to provoke thought and debate of civic issues. Opinions represent the viewpoint of the author. Unsigned editorials represent the consensus opinion of The Columbian’s editorial board, which operates independently of the news department.
Letter: Needy children finally get help
Share:
We encourage readers to express their views about public issues. Letters to the editor are subject to editing for brevity and clarity. Limit letters to 200 words (100 words if endorsing or opposing a political candidate or ballot measure) and allow 30 days between submissions.
Send Us a Letter
Morning Briefing Newsletter
Get a rundown of the latest local and regional news every Mon-Fri morning.
