Couples who file for marriage registration on or after January 1, 2027, will receive a total of 1 million won, distributed as 500,000 won to each spouse. ^[1] The South Korean Ministry of Gender Equality and Family announced on January 1, 2027, a new budget allocation of 16.63 billion won for a marriage support fund. ^[2] Yong Hye-in, the designated Minister of Gender Equality and Family, faced calls to resign her parliamentary seat on 2026-06-02 due to concerns over dual roles as a lawmaker and cabinet member. ^[3] The new cash-based support system ensures that low-income households who previously could not benefit from the tax deduction will now receive financial assistance. ^[4] The new marriage support fund is designed to replace the expiring marriage tax deduction, which was set to sunset at the end of 2026. ^[5] Lawmakers warned that the prolonged controversy could negatively impact the ruling party's approval ratings, with one lawmaker suggesting Yong Hye-in should make a decision before the hearing. ^[6] Song Young-gil, a lawmaker from the Democratic Party of Korea, stated on SBS radio that the appointment of Yong Hye-in appeared to be a sudden rise to power and double benefit. ^[7] Yong Hye-in's husband holds a position within the Basic Income Party, which is the party she represents as a proportional representative lawmaker. ^[8]