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New Rules for Using 529 Accounts for K-12 Education

This bill allows parents to use funds from 529 savings accounts, previously mainly for college, to cover educational expenses for children from kindergarten through 12th grade. This includes tuition, educational materials, and even some therapies and extracurricular classes, offering more flexibility in funding education across various school types, including homeschooling.
Key points
Allows using 529 funds for tuition at elementary and secondary schools (public, private, religious).
529 funds can cover educational materials, books, and online resources.
Covers costs for tutoring (under specific conditions) and college admission exam fees.
Funds educational therapies for students with disabilities (e.g., speech, occupational therapy).
New rules also apply to expenses related to homeschooling.
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Print number: 117_S_44
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2021-01-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Student Empowerment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_44.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows using 529 funds for tuition at elementary and secondary schools (public, private, religious).
  • 529 funds can cover educational materials, books, and online resources.
  • Covers costs for tutoring (under specific conditions) and college admission exam fees.
  • Funds educational therapies for students with disabilities (e.g., speech, occupational therapy).
  • New rules also apply to expenses related to homeschooling.
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 Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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