Bills · HR 1308
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1308Taxation
FISC Act
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it proposes a significant new federal program to provide direct financial support to families, which could have a major impact on household budgets. If it becomes law, it could help many families cover the rising costs of childcare, food, housing, and other essentials, potentially reducing child poverty and improving family financial stability. For pregnant women, it could provide crucial support during a vulnerable period, potentially impacting maternal and child health outcomes.
Without this bill, families would continue to rely on existing federal and state programs, or their own income, to manage the costs of raising children. This bill represents a direct and ongoing financial intervention aimed at supporting families from pregnancy through a child's adolescence. Voters might care about its potential to ease financial burdens on families, or its impact on federal spending and the role of government in providing social welfare.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes monthly payments of $800 to eligible pregnant women after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
This provides direct financial support during pregnancy, which can help cover costs associated with prenatal care and preparing for a new child.
PROVISION 02
Provides monthly payments of $400 for children under age 6 and $250 for children aged 6-17 to eligible caregivers.
This offers ongoing financial assistance to families to help with the general costs of raising children as they grow.
PROVISION 03
Includes a 20% increase in total monthly payments for married beneficiaries.
This provision aims to provide additional support to married couples and could encourage marriage or recognize dual-parent households.
PROVISION 04
Phases out payments for individuals with adjusted gross incomes over $125,000 and married couples over $250,000.
This ensures that the program is primarily targeted towards low and middle-income families, reducing benefits for higher earners.
PROVISION 05
Creates a new Bureau of Family Statistics within the Social Security Administration.
This establishes a dedicated entity to gather necessary data and administer the new family payment program effectively.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 13
Introduced in House
FEB 13
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1308
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 13, 2025
Last actionFeb 13, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 13, 2025
House BillHR 1308Taxation
FISC Act
INTRODUCED FEB 13, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 13, 2025
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READING
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