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Tax Relief for Students: Pell Grants and Scholarships Exempt.

This bill aims to exclude Federal Pell Grants and a portion of scholarships used for room and board by full-time students from taxable income. This means students can keep more of their money for educational and daily expenses, reducing their financial burden.
Key points
Federal Pell Grants will not be counted as taxable income.
The portion of scholarships used for room and board by full-time students will also be tax-exempt.
These changes apply to amounts received in taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020.
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Print number: 117_HR_5353
Sponsor: Rep. Kildee, Daniel T. [D-MI-5]
Process start date: 2021-09-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Scholarship Tax Relief for Students Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5353.

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 2021-09-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal Pell Grants will not be counted as taxable income.
  • The portion of scholarships used for room and board by full-time students will also be tax-exempt.
  • These changes apply to amounts received in taxable years beginning after December 31, 2020.
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. Kildee, Daniel T. [D-MI-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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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Taxes Education