More moms wish they could stay home — our tax policies should help them
May 18, 2025
The ongoing fights over tax policy present another opportunity for Republicans to put their best pro-family foot forward. While many important details remain to be hashed out, the initial proposal released by the House Ways and Means Committee indicates that influential Republicans are serious about making sure working families will see a real benefit from the tax talks.
A high-profile element in the bill is an expansion of the child tax credit. For those who care about families’ well-being, an expansion would be worth celebrating. It recognizes the costs that parents bear in raising the next generation, and helps families with the cost of everything from diapers to groceries.
