• In July 2025, President Trump signed H.R. 1, the Budget Reconciliation Bill, into law as P.L. 119-21.

• The budget prioritizes tax breaks for the wealthiest Americans and cuts funding for important public services and benefits, like Medicaid (healthcare), SNAP (food assistance), and the Child Tax Credit.

• Many of the cuts are in the form of red tape, changes in eligibility, and other barriers to accessing support.

• Millions of Americans who rely on these services may lose access to them or face extra hurdles to keep their eligibility.

• These changes will take place over time. Some will happen right away, while others won’t take effect for years.

Please Note: This resource highlights key impacts and timing of H.R. 1 on child and family health and well-being. It is not intended to be comprehensive, and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Many provisions have clauses leaving discretion for exact timing and implementation up to individual states; consult your state’s authority for the most accurate information for your community.