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Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980

Citations

Statutes at Large
94 Stat. 500

Codified at (U.S. Code)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum amount of adoption assistance they can exclude from income?+

If you adopt an eligible child, you may be able to claim the Adoption Credit or income exclusion for employer-provided adoption benefits. Qualified adoption expenses are limited to $17,280 per qualifying child for 2025.

Sourced from Adoption Credit | Internal Revenue Service

What is the current status of ICWA?+

Yes, ICWA still applies. Even if a Tribal Nation does not actively participate in the case, the state is legally required to follow ICWA requirements to protect the rights of Native children and families.

Sourced from What is ICWA? - National Indian Child Welfare Association

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