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New education options and financial support for Native American children.

This act establishes an education savings account program for eligible Native American children, providing $8,000 annually per account. These funds can be used for various educational expenses, including private schools, tutoring, or materials. The act also authorizes the creation and funding of Bureau-Funded Charter Schools.
Key points
Creates education savings accounts for eligible Native American students.
Provides $8,000 per year per account for educational expenses.
Allows funds to be used for private schools, tutoring, materials, technology, exams, after-school programs, and other educational services.
Authorizes the creation and funding of Bureau-Funded Charter Schools, often using existing facilities.
Funds in the accounts are not taxable income and do not affect eligibility for other federal programs.
The education savings account program authority is set to expire 5 years after enactment.
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Print number: 117_HR_505
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Process start date: 2021-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Native American Education Opportunity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_505.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creates education savings accounts for eligible Native American students.
  • Provides $8,000 per year per account for educational expenses.
  • Allows funds to be used for private schools, tutoring, materials, technology, exams, after-school programs, and other educational services.
  • Authorizes the creation and funding of Bureau-Funded Charter Schools, often using existing facilities.
  • Funds in the accounts are not taxable income and do not affect eligibility for other federal programs.
  • The education savings account program authority is set to expire 5 years after enactment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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