Parents may potentially receive two child tax credit payments during this tax season: one from the federal government and another from their state.
This year, 12 states have initiated additional child tax credit disbursements.
Furthermore, Congress is in the process of developing a proposal to enhance the federal child tax credit by augmenting the maximum refundable amount.
To determine if you reside in one of the states providing extra child tax credit relief and to ascertain the eligibility criteria in your state, refer to the information provided below.
For further tax-related inquiries, you can explore details regarding the timing of your child tax credit payment, how to monitor the status of your IRS refund, and our recommendations for top tax software options.
12 States Providing Child Tax Credit Funds
In 2024, these states intend to issue child tax credit payments to eligible families. It is important to recognize that not all of these credits are entirely refundable, indicating that an income may be necessary to access the full entitlement.
Idaho:
Through Idaho’s nonrefundable child tax credit, families can obtain $205 for each qualifying child under 16 years old.
Maine:
Resident taxpayers are entitled to claim $300 for each qualifying child and dependent under the dependent exemption tax credit, with criteria aligning with those under the federal child tax credit.
California:
Families earning below $25,000 qualify for a $1,000 credit, with a gradual reduction for incomes between $25,000 and $30,000. This credit is applicable only to children under 6 years old and requires eligibility for the California Earned Income Tax Credit.
Colorado:
Families with incomes of $75,000 or less ($85,000 for married couples filing jointly) may receive up to $1,200 per qualifying child under 6 years old.
New York:
Eligible families can claim either 33% of the federal child tax credit and federal additional child tax credit for qualifying children or $100 per qualifying child, now extended to include children under 4 years old.
Oregon:
Families with incomes below $30,000 are eligible for $1,000 per child under 5 years old.
Utah:
Eligible households can receive $1,000 per child aged 1 to 4 years old, with the amount decreasing by $10 for each $1 increase in income beyond a specified threshold.
Vermont: Households with incomes below $125,000 qualify for $1,000 per child under 5 years old.
Massachusetts:
Families are eligible for $180 per dependent or $360 for multiple dependents, provided the dependents are under 12 years old.
Minnesota:
Families can receive $1,750 per qualifying child, with the credit phasing out for single filers earning over $29,500 and joint filers earning over $35,000.
New Jersey:
The New Jersey Child Tax Credit Program offers a refundable $500 tax credit per child under 6 years old for households earning $30,000 or less, and up to $300 for households earning up to $80,000.
New Mexico:
Families may qualify for $25 to $600 per qualifying child, depending on income, through the 2031 tax year.
