Earned Income Tax Credit in the United States

The Earned Income Tax Credit is a refundable federal tax credit for low- to moderate-income working individuals and families, administered by the IRS. Credit amounts depend on earned income, filing status, and number of qualifying children, and the credit can reduce tax owed or increase a refund.

Administering agency: Internal Revenue Service

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) helps low- to moderate-income workers and families get a tax break.

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