HR 4434 · 100th Congress · Taxation

Toddler Tax Credit Act of 1988

Introduced 1988-04-20· Sponsored by Rep. Schulze, Richard T. [R-PA-5]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.(1988-04-20)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Toddler Tax Credit Act of 1988 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow an individual a refundable income tax credit for each dependent child under the age of six. Establishes the credit percentage at: (1) 15 percent for a single qualified dependent; and (2) ten percent for each of three additional qualified dependents. Reduces the credit percentage for taxpayers whose earned income exceeds $8,000 (credit minimum is $750 per qualified dependent) and for taxpayers subject to alternative minimum tax. Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to prescribe tables for determining the credit amount. Applies phase-in amounts for tax years 1989 through 1991. Indexes post-1993 credit amounts. Provides for advance toddler tax credit payments by employers to employees who provide certification of eligibility. Requires taxpayers to file information returns to reflect such payments. Disallows: (1) the earned income tax credit to taxpayers eligible for the toddler tax credit; and (2) application of the dependent care credit in connection with a dependent child under the age of six.…

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Cosponsors (20)

3 Democrats17 Republicans