During the recent Cuenta Pública, the President announced a proposal to introduce a new bonus of $30,000 per child. This initiative is designed as a direct measure to provide economic relief to families in middle- and lower-income sectors, specifically aiming to mitigate the high costs associated with the early years of child-rearing.
The Legislative Process
While the announcement outlines the government’s intent, the proposal is currently a project of law. The funds are not available for immediate disbursement. The initiative must first be formally entered into the National Congress for debate and subsequent approval by parliamentarians.
Eligibility and Distribution
The proposed bonus is not universal and will be subject to two specific requirements. First, the payment is tied to the age of the children, covering those between 0 and 13 years old. Second, the household must belong to the 80% most vulnerable segment of the population, as determined by the official Registro Social de Hogares (RSH).
The design of the project specifies that the $30,000 benefit is cumulative for each child meeting the age criteria. Under this model, a family with one eligible child would receive $30,000, while a family with two or three eligible children would receive $60,000 or $90,000, respectively.
Verifying Household Status
Citizens can verify their eligibility status in advance by visiting the official Registro Social de Hogares website. By logging into the “Mi Registro” section with a ClaveÚnica, individuals can view their socioeconomic qualification. If the reflected percentage is equal to or less than 80%, the household would meet the socioeconomic requirement for the proposed benefit.
Details regarding final payment dates, the timeline for legislative debate, and the specific application process—or whether the allocation will be automatic—are expected to be confirmed once the bill begins its discussion in the Chamber of Deputies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the $30,000 bonus a monthly payment?
No, the benefit is designed as a single, one-time payment.
Which children qualify for the bonus?
The bonus applies to each child or family dependent aged between 0 and 13 years.
How can families check if they qualify?
Families can check their socioeconomic qualification on the official Registro Social de Hogares website using their ClaveÚnica; households must be within the 80% most vulnerable segment to qualify.
How might the legislative debate in the Chamber of Deputies influence the final implementation of this proposal?
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