$500M Working Family Tax Credit in Upcoming Budget – New York Considers!

Working Families Tax Credit Expansion: Aiming to Combat Affordability Crisis in New York

New York lawmakers are pushing for a $500 million tax credit initiative in the state budget, aiming to provide relief to low- and middle-income families struggling with economic challenges. This proposal, part of efforts to tackle the affordability crisis worsened by high costs of food, utilities, and rent, aims to introduce a more generous Working Families Tax Credit, offering up to $550 per child for eligible taxpayers. The tax credit, designed to alleviate financial strain on families, is planned to phase in over five years, providing a significant boost to household budgets.

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$500M Working Family Tax Credit in Upcoming Budget – New York Considers!(PHOTO: getty images)

Senator Gounardes Highlights Potential Impact of Tax Credit on Essential Expenses and Economic Growth

Senator Andrew Gounardes emphasizes that the tax credit could assist families in covering essential expenses like clothing, food, and utility bills, offering much-needed support and potentially stimulating economic growth statewide. The Strong Economy for All Coalition anticipates that the initiative could spur an additional billion dollars in spending across New York. Both the Senate and Assembly’s budget proposals prioritize enhancing affordability and aiding New Yorkers facing financial hardships, underscoring a shared commitment to reducing poverty through tax credits. As negotiations progress, lawmakers stress the urgency of addressing housing affordability as a key aspect of the state’s cost of living crisis, highlighting the need for a comprehensive solution to support working-class families in New York.

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