The federal minimum wage has remained stagnant at $7.25 per hour for the past 15 years, leaving many workers struggling to make ends meet. Despite efforts by some states to enact higher minimum hourly pay rates, there are still 20 states where the minimum wage is no higher than the federal level. This lack of
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Vice President Kamala Harris recently introduced an economic plan that includes an expanded child tax credit, offering up to $6,000 in total tax relief for families with newborn children. This proposal aims to build on the higher child tax credit established through the American Rescue Plan in 2021. The plan has garnered both support and