American Family Act

The American Family Act would establish a refundable child tax credit paid monthly to families with children. Under the proposed bill, families would receive $300 per month for each child aged 6 to 17, and $360 per month for each child under 6. The credit would phase out for higher-income families, with reductions beginning at $150,000 for joint filers and $112,500 for single heads of household. The bill would also provide a $500 annual credit for other dependents. A key feature is the shift from the current system of annual tax refunds to monthly advance payments throughout the year, which supporters argue would help families better manage household expenses and cash flow. The bill is currently under consideration by the House Committee on Ways and Means and has not yet been voted on by the full chamber.