Support Enhanced Child Tax Credit to Fight Poverty

I am reaching out to express my strong support for the Tax Relief for Americans Act, specifically highlighting the critical enhancements to the Child Tax Credit (CTC) that promise to significantly reduce hunger and poverty across our nation. The bill, which has received overwhelming bipartisan approval in the House (357-70), stands as a monumental step toward uplifting hundreds of thousands of children and their families out of poverty. It aims to extend benefits to 16 million out of the 19 million children currently excluded from receiving the full or any credit. The refundable CTC has proven to be an essential lifeline for families in our community and across the state, enabling them to afford basic necessities such as food. This support is echoed by a vast majority of voters, with research indicating that 82% are in favor of a fully accessible CTC for low- and middle-income families. In 2021, the expanded CTC brought about a significant reduction in child poverty and hunger. However, with the expiration of these measures, we've witnessed a distressing surge in both. I urge you to stand by the bill's provisions to enhance the CTC and to oppose any amendments that might dilute its potential impact on combating hunger and poverty. The improved CTC is not just a fiscal policy; it's a lifeline for struggling families, facilitating access to food, housing, child care, and other essentials. Your support for this act will not only reflect a commitment to the welfare of children and families in our state but also demonstrate leadership in the fight against poverty. I trust in your commitment to our community's well-being and look forward to your support for the Tax Relief for Americans Act.