Income Tax Credit for Low-Income Individuals and Families: Information for Families

This brief from the Office of Child Support Enforcement encourages eligible taxpayers to file for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Last year across the United States, about 27 million taxpayers received more than $65 billion in EITC; despite this success, about 25% of eligible filers do not claim it. The brief includes helpful information about qualification levels, useful resources, and how to claim the EITC.