"Up to 40 Million Won Less" Depending on a One-Day Difference... Controversy Over Fairness

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A 40 million won gap in child-rearing support.

Systems supporting childbirth and child-rearing are being revamped.

However, controversy over fairness is arising because a difference of just a single day in birth date can lead to a gap of nearly 40 million won in eligible support funds.

The government plans to introduce a new childbirth support fund starting with children born in July of next year, integrating existing programs such as the First Meeting Voucher and parental allowances.

Child allowances are also set to be overhauled to expand support amounts and targets.

The problem is that a significant discrepancy in support funds will occur depending on when a child is born in relation to the implementation of the new system.

According to an analysis by the National Assembly Budget Office, the total support received up to age 12 could differ by up to 39.6 million won depending on birth order, region of residence, and childcare methods.

To reduce such gaps, the government is reviewing measures such as retroactively applying the new system to children born starting January of next year.
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