WASHINGTON — National Right to Life today expressed its support for H.R. 8806, the Supporting Newborn Parents Act, legislation that would provide immediate financial assistance to working families following the birth of a child. 

“For decades, National Right to Life has advocated for policies that affirm the dignity of every human life and create a culture that values life,” said Carol Tobias, president of National Right to Life. “The Supporting Newborn Parents Act offers practical assistance when families need it most.”

The bill would establish a newborn tax credit of up to $2,000 per child and allow eligible parents to receive the benefit shortly after the birth of their baby, rather than waiting until the annual tax filing season. The legislation recognizes that the weeks and months immediately following childbirth often bring significant new expenses and reduced household income as parents focus on caring for and bonding with their newborn child.

The legislation would provide a refundable tax credit tied to earned income, making it accessible to working families across a broad range of income levels. Parents would have the option of receiving an advance payment after the birth of their child, helping them cover costs such as diapers, formula, clothing, medical expenses, and other necessities associated with caring for a newborn. 

“The pro-life movement has always worked to build a culture that values both mother and child,” said Tobias. “H.R. 8806 represents a positive step toward ensuring that parents receive meaningful support during one of the most important transitions in their lives.”

Founded in 1968, the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC), the federation of affiliates in each of the 50 states, is the nation’s oldest and largest grassroots pro-life organization. National Right to Life works through legislation and education to protect innocent human life from abortion, infanticide, assisted suicide, and euthanasia.