Major 2025-2026 Tax Updates: Overtime Credits & Newborn Benefits

1. The “Working Families Tax Cut” (Overtime Credit) Great news for hard workers! Under the new “Working Families Tax Cut” passed in 2025, you may now be eligible for a significant tax break on your overtime pay.

  • What it is: A tax credit for overtime hours worked.
  • Who qualifies: Workers with recorded overtime pay in 2025.
  • The Benefit: You can potentially exclude qualified overtime pay from your federal taxable income.

2. The “Future Generations” Act (Newborn Savings) Did you welcome a new baby recently? The government has introduced a new benefit for children born between 2025 and 2028.

  • The Benefit: A $1,000 government contribution to a tax-advantaged savings account for your child.
  • Eligibility: Any child born from Jan 1, 2025 through Dec 31, 2028.
  • Action Required: We will help you file the necessary forms to claim this “seed” money for your child’s future.
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