
Laramie County Tax Day, March 2

Many taxpayers may find that their refunds for the 2022 tax year are smaller or the amount due is larger than for 2021. Here are some of the main changes in the tax law between 2021 and 2022 that may explain this.
The Child Tax Credit helps families with qualifying children get a tax break. You may be able to claim the credit even if you don’t normally file a tax return.
You can claim the Child Tax Credit for each qualifying child who has a Social Security number that is valid for employment in the United States.
To be a qualifying child for the 2021 tax year, your dependent generally must:
You qualify for the full amount of the 2021 Child Tax Credit for each qualifying child if you meet all eligibility factors and your annual income is not more than:
Parents and guardians with higher incomes may be eligible to claim a partial credit.
Use our Interactive Tax Assistant to check if you qualify.