A recent survey indicates that 71% of US voters feel children's policy needs are often overlooked, with only 9.9% of federal spending allocated to children despite their making up 22% of the population. As the 2024 elections approach, it’s crucial to prioritize children's health policies to address pressing issues like poverty, health insurance, food insecurity, and mental health. Click here for article.
Broad Support for Children's Policies: 71% of voters agree children's needs are often dismissed; support spans across party lines (82% Democrats, 69% Independents, 60% Republicans).
Rising Child Poverty: Child poverty has surged to 13.7% in 2023, linked to the expiration of the Child Tax Credit, costing the economy up to $1.1 trillion.
Uninsurance Crisis: Over 4.4 million children are uninsured, with Latino and Black children disproportionately affected; many eligible children remain unenrolled in Medicaid/CHIP.
Urgent Policy Recommendations: Expand the Child Tax Credit, make CHIP permanent, and enhance funding for mental health services and food assistance programs to combat these issues.
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