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Education Funding: Money Follows Student to Chosen School

This act aims to change how education is funded, allowing federal money for children aged 5-17 to go directly to the school chosen by the student – public, private, or home school. Parents can use these funds for tuition, educational materials, extracurricular activities, or therapies for children with disabilities, giving them more freedom in choosing their children's educational path.
Key points
Parents gain the ability to direct federal education funds to their chosen school: public, private, or home school.
Funds can be used for a wide range of educational expenses, including tuition, materials, extracurricular activities, and therapies for children with disabilities.
The act also applies to funding education for children with disabilities, ensuring similar choices for schools and services.
States will not have control over non-public education providers, ensuring the independence of these institutions.
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Print number: 117_S_665
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Process start date: 2021-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SCHOOL Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_665.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Parents gain the ability to direct federal education funds to their chosen school: public, private, or home school.
  • Funds can be used for a wide range of educational expenses, including tuition, materials, extracurricular activities, and therapies for children with disabilities.
  • The act also applies to funding education for children with disabilities, ensuring similar choices for schools and services.
  • States will not have control over non-public education providers, ensuring the independence of these institutions.
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. Paul, Rand [R-KY].

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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