Providing for Life Act

Providing for Life Act

This bill revises various programs and supports for families and children related to taxes, health, and other benefits.

First, the bill increases the child tax credit to a maximum of $3,500 per child ($4,500 per child under the age of six) and makes permanent the increased income threshold over which the credit phases out.

The bill further eliminates the federal deduction for certain state and local taxes (SALT deduction) and makes the adoption tax credit refundable.

The bill allows parents to use a portion of their Social Security benefits for up to three months of paid parental leave after the birth or adoption of a child.

Additionally, the bill requires Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to cooperate with states in establishing child support orders. It also provides additional workforce training for noncustodial parents with child support obligations.

States must establish requirements for the biological father of a child to pay, at the mother's request, at least 50% of reasonable out-of-pocket medical expenses associated with the mother's pregnancy and delivery.

The bill requires institutions of higher education to provide students with certain information about the resources and services (excluding abortion services) available to pregnant students.

Additionally, the bill

• provides grants for community-based maternal mentoring programs and for pregnancy resource centers that do not provide abortions;
• requires the Department of Health and Human Services to publish a website with specified pregnancy-related information; and
• extends from one to two years the postpartum benefit eligibility period under the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

Bill 117 HR 8851, also known as the Providing for Life Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish protections for unborn children and to promote a culture of life in the United States.

The Providing for Life Act includes several key provisions. Firstly, it seeks to prohibit the use of federal funds for abortions, except in cases of rape, incest, or when the life of the mother is in danger. This provision is aimed at ensuring that taxpayer dollars are not used to fund abortions, while still allowing for exceptions in certain circumstances.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote adoption as an alternative to abortion. It provides funding for adoption services and support for pregnant women considering adoption. This is intended to encourage more women to choose adoption as a positive alternative to abortion. Furthermore, the Providing for Life Act includes provisions to support pregnancy resource centers and other organizations that provide assistance to pregnant women. These organizations offer counseling, medical care, and other support services to help women facing unplanned pregnancies make informed decisions about their options. Overall, the Providing for Life Act is focused on promoting a culture of life and protecting the rights of unborn children. It seeks to limit the use of federal funds for abortions, promote adoption as an alternative, and support organizations that provide assistance to pregnant women. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the sanctity of life and ensure that all individuals have the opportunity to thrive.