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A key deadline is just days away for families eligible for cash to help raise their children. Congress passed an enhanced child tax credit in the American Rescue Plan, but you must file your taxes on time by next Monday if you want to get the money in July.

A visit to the White Center Food Bank shows how the fallout from the pandemic is far from over.

We met Vianey Romero picking up groceries for this week’s meals.

She was here with her husband and 5-month-old, Montserrat.

“It’s very good for us, so I’m really thankful for it,” she said.

Now they can get help from the expanded child care tax credit in the American Rescue Plan passed by Congress.

“This can help lift over 4 million children out of poverty across our country, over 65,000 children right here in Washington state,” said U.S. Representative Suzan DelBene. She led the push to get the enhanced help for working families into the pandemic relief plan.

Children under 6 will qualify for as much a $300 a month.

Kids aged 6-17 are eligible for up to $250 per month.