Bipartisan legislation introduced on May 13 by U.S. Reps. David Valadao (R-CA) and Blake Moore (R-UT) would establish a $2,000 newborn tax credit.
“One of the most exciting moments for any expecting family is preparing to welcome a new child, but unexpected expenses can quickly add up and leave new parents facing costs far beyond what they planned,” Rep. Valadao said. “While the existing Child Tax Credit [CTC] has provided important relief for many working families, parents often need support long before tax season arrives.”
If enacted, the Supporting Newborn Parents Act of 2026, H.R. 8806, would create the newborn tax credit separate from the existing CTC to support families. Rep. Valadao sponsored the bill alongside three original cosponsors, including Rep. Moore and U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-NY).
“I’m proud to lead the bipartisan Supporting Newborn Parents Act of 2026, which would provide up to $2,000 per newborn as an advance payment to help families cover the immediate costs that come with welcoming a child into the world,” said Rep. Valadao. “This common-sense bill gives working parents greater financial flexibility and peace of mind so they can focus on growing their family instead of worrying about how to make ends meet.”
Rep. Moore noted that as a father of four, he understands how quickly expenses add up when a new child arrives.
“I’m excited to introduce the Supporting Newborn Parents Act to build on policies… like the increased Child Tax Credit, by creating an additional tax credit for working parents of up to $2,000 per newborn child,” said Rep. Moore. “This credit will help new and growing families by creating a financial cushion to meet their baby’s needs when they need it most.”
Additionally, H.R. 8806 would ensure low- and middle-income working parents could qualify for the credit with benefits increasing alongside earned income; allow families to receive the credit either as part of their annual tax refund or as an advance payment shortly after a child is born; and give parents flexibility to calculate eligibility using either their current-year or prior-year income, according to a bill summary provided by the lawmakers.
H.R. 8806 has garnered support from the Niskanen Center, Save the Children, Third Way, the American Principles Project, Bread for the World, the Searchlight Institute, the Ethics and Public Policy Center, and the Institute for Family Studies, among others.