Reps. Davis, Nunn Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Adopters and Adoptees with Special Needs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Reps. Don Davis (NC-01) and Rep. Zach Nunn (IA-03) announced the introduction of the Fight for Families Act. This legislation would make the longstanding Federal Adoption Tax Credit permanently refundable for parents who adopt special needs children.
“The Fight for Families Act will level the playing field for low- and middle-income parents seeking to adopt kids with special needs," said Congressman Davis. "No longer will prospective parents have to worry that the federal adoption tax credit will one day be on the chopping block. With the passage of this legislation, we are fulfilling our obligation to ensure equal access to adoption for families who have opened their hearts and homes to children in need."
“Family is everything to Iowans, and I want to make sure that I’m doing everything in my power to help Iowans who are willing to open their home to disadvantaged children,” said Congressman Nunn. “My bill would help low and middle-income families, as well as retirees on fixed incomes, be able to offset costs associated with adopting.”
The Fight for Families Act would:
- Make tax credits for the adoption of disadvantaged children permanent and fully refundable
- Level the playing field for low-income families by providing them with financial support
- Improve the quality of life and extend the lifespan for kids in need of a stable home
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