Overview

• The French National Assembly adopted an amendment to defiscalize child support payments for the parent with custody, typically the mother.
• Currently, child support is deductible for the paying parent but taxable for the receiving parent, often leading to financial strain on single mothers.
• The amendment passed narrowly with 50 votes in favor and 46 against, despite opposition from the government and right-wing parties.
• Supporters argue that the change will aid single mothers, 32% of whom live below the poverty line, by removing an unfair tax burden.
• Critics, including the Budget Minister, argue that the amendment may not benefit the poorest, as they already pay little to no income tax.