Why Conservatives Support the Child Tax Credit

1. A Stronger CTC is the Trump Tax Cut American Working Families Need

• The CTC was a signature part of the 2017 Trump tax reform — a clear message that Republicans were putting families first.
• Making the expanded CTC permanent continues that legacy and supports families now more than ever.

2. Working Families Lost Out Due to Inflation — A Strong CTC Can Fix That

• The value of the credit has eroded; restoring it to at least $2,500 (or $5,000, as proposed by VP JD Vance and Sen. Hawley) is essential.
• Indexing the CTC to inflation will protect families over the long term.

3. A Strong CTC Will Make American Families Great Again

• Tax policy should prioritize strong American families.
• A strong nation depends on strong families — and national policy should reflect that.

4. A Strong CTC Gives Working Families Greater Freedom and Flexibility

• Tax relief empowers families to use money how they know best — from groceries to diapers to child care.
• It keeps more of their hard-earned dollars in their pockets.

5. A Strong CTC Rewards Work and Can Increase Workforce Participation

• The CTC is tied to earnings — families receive more as they work more.
• It encourages workforce participation and supports raises and promotions without penalty.