Advocates Push for Tax Fairness with Expanded Child Tax Cred

As Massachusetts lawmakers work to finalize tax-relief measures, advocates for low-income families are calling for an expansion of tax credits proven to reduce poverty. Advocates want to increase the Earned Income Tax Credit state match rate from 30% to 50%, expand the credit to working immigrants and pass an inclusive Child and Family Tax Credit. Charlotte Bruce, senior research and policy analyst for Children's HealthWatch, said the tax credits will ultimately benefit the entire state. ...

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