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U.S. Proposes Child Tax Credits to Support Grandparent Caregivers

10/7/2025

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In the United States, families spend 8.9% to over 20% of income on child care.
In Singapore, grandparents are primary caregivers and are compensated with monthly allowances.
This intergenerational model is reinforced by Singapore’s government incentives.
A bipartisan U.S. proposal aims to expand child tax credits to assist grandparent caregiving.

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Story summary

In the United States, families spend 8.9% to over 20% of income on child care.
In Singapore, grandparents are primary caregivers and are compensated with monthly allowances.
This intergenerational model is reinforced by Singapore’s government incentives.
A bipartisan U.S. proposal aims to expand child tax credits to assist grandparent caregiving.