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Tax Relief for Education and Student Loan Repayment

This act introduces changes to tax laws, making it easier for citizens to use retirement savings for educational purposes and student loan repayment without additional taxes. It also increases contribution limits for retirement accounts and introduces new tax deductions related to education expenses, potentially providing financial relief to many families.
Key points
Allows tax-free withdrawals of up to $5,250 annually from retirement plans (401(k), 403(b), 457) for qualified education expenses.
Permits tax-free withdrawals from Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) for student loan repayment.
Increases the annual contribution limit for 401(k) and 457 plans from $15,000 to $25,000.
Introduces a new tax deduction for qualified education expenses, including student loan repayment, with no cap.
Employers can repay employee student loans as a tax-free benefit up to $5,250 annually.
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Additional Information
Tax Free Education Act of 2021
Print number: S 3081
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Process start date: 2021-10-27