By Jeroslyn Johnson

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Millions of American taxpayers qualify for the expanded tax credits announced in December. The maximum credit available to workers without dependent children was increased from $543 to $1,502, according to Clasp.org. The expansion is estimated to provide income support to over 17 million people who bring in low-level earnings of $9,820 to $11,610 or $17,550 for married taxpayers filing jointly.

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