Report: More direct aid, tax credits to poor moms could improve Georgia's maternal, infant health

More than half of U.S. states currently offer Earned Income Tax Credit programs.

Could cash support programs help bring down Georgia’s skyrocketing maternal mortality rate?

A coalition of maternal health advocates says yes. And it’s lobbying for more supports for women, children and low-income families during the upcoming legislative session, including a boost to direct cash benefits.

Advocates also want a state Earned Income Tax Credit to be on the table when the General Assembly begins meeting again in January.