By Chabeli Carrazana for The 19th

A new child tax credit is coming next year, bringing significant changes that will alter how much assistance families receive — and which families can receive it.

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With his tax and spending package , President Donald Trump passed a permanent change to the child tax credit spearheaded by congressional Republicans. It goes into effect for families filing income tax returns in 2026.

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