We write today in strong support of the following provisions in the Massachusetts FY25 budget Access to Tax Credits:

Currently, the state has an opportunity to pass a comprehensive budget for the upcoming fiscal year that appropriately funds critical programs that respond to the realities of families with young children and supports their stability and well-being. [...] We write today in strong support of the following provisions in the Massachusetts FY25 budget: Access to Tax Credits: We are deeply appreciative of the landmark expansions of family tax credits, namely the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child and Family Tax Credit, passed by the Legislature in October. [...] Priority provisions included in the Senate budget: Immediately expand eligibility for child care subsidies up to 85% of the state median income, ensuring that more families can access financial assistance for early education and care while continuing to prioritize the lowest-income families for available funding. [...] Invest $80 million to provide child care financial assistance to more eligible families in FY25 (compared to $30 million for lowering the waitlist in the House). [...] Children’s HealthWatch thanks House and Senate leadership for recognizing the role of housing, child care, and income in promoting the health and financial stability of families across the Commonwealth.