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Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act

USA119th CongressHR-1151| House 
| Updated: 2/7/2025
Robert J. Wittman

Robert J. Wittman

Republican Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (203)
Kim Schrier (Democratic)Paul A. Gosar (Republican)April McClain Delaney (Democratic)Donald Norcross (Democratic)Clay Higgins (Republican)Marcy Kaptur (Democratic)Becca Balint (Democratic)Laura Friedman (Democratic)Frank D. Lucas (Republican)John Garamendi (Democratic)Jonathan L. Jackson (Democratic)Jared F. Golden (Democratic)Trent Kelly (Republican)Eric A. "Rick" Crawford (Republican)Kelly Morrison (Democratic)Marc A. Veasey (Democratic)Gabe Amo (Democratic)Julie Johnson (Democratic)Richard McCormick (Republican)Ashley Hinson (Republican)Ritchie Torres (Democratic)Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (Democratic)Joyce Beatty (Democratic)Andy Harris (Republican)Steve Womack (Republican)Jennifer L. McClellan (Democratic)Gabe Vasquez (Democratic)Christopher R. Deluzio (Democratic)Chrissy Houlahan (Democratic)Gregory F. Murphy (Republican)Darren Soto (Democratic)Jefferson Van Drew (Republican)David J. Taylor (Republican)Scott Franklin (Republican)Robert F. Onder (Republican)Neal P. Dunn (Republican)Carlos A. Gimenez (Republican)Bill Foster (Democratic)Darin LaHood (Republican)Lance Gooden (Republican)Sanford D. Bishop (Democratic)Zachary Nunn (Republican)Mike Collins (Republican)Keith Self (Republican)Mike Ezell (Republican)Glenn Thompson (Republican)Michael Baumgartner (Republican)Greg Landsman (Democratic)Kristen McDonald Rivet (Democratic)Mike Carey (Republican)Stephanie I. Bice (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Beth Van Duyne (Republican)Aaron Bean (Republican)Derek Schmidt (Republican)Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Steven Horsford (Democratic)Young Kim (Republican)Jimmy Panetta (Democratic)Eric Swalwell (Democratic)Dina Titus (Democratic)Pete Sessions (Republican)David Rouzer (Republican)Madeleine Dean (Democratic)Melanie A. Stansbury (Democratic)Scott H. Peters (Democratic)Sarah Elfreth (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Angie Craig (Democratic)Brad Knott (Republican)John James (Republican)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)Janelle S. Bynum (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Shri Thanedar (Democratic)Frank J. Mrvan (Democratic)Nathaniel Moran (Republican)Ken Calvert (Republican)Michael A. Rulli (Republican)J. French Hill (Republican)Ted Lieu (Democratic)Ro Khanna (Democratic)Rudy Yakym (Republican)Dan Newhouse (Republican)Lloyd Smucker (Republican)Thomas H. Kean (Republican)Barry Loudermilk (Republican)Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (Democratic)Daniel Meuser (Republican)Don Bacon (Republican)Nikki Budzinski (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Brendan F. Boyle (Democratic)Andy Barr (Republican)John B. Larson (Democratic)Mike Flood (Republican)Jefferson Shreve (Republican)Carol D. Miller (Republican)Joe Wilson (Republican)Joseph D. Morelle (Democratic)Pat Fallon (Republican)Ann Wagner (Republican)Mike Kelly (Republican)Nancy Mace (Republican)Richard Hudson (Republican)Hillary J. Scholten (Democratic)Marilyn Strickland (Democratic)Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic)Jahana Hayes (Democratic)Brad Finstad (Republican)Raja Krishnamoorthi (Democratic)Jerrold Nadler (Democratic)LaMonica McIver (Democratic)Brittany Pettersen (Democratic)Tony Wied (Republican)Glenn Grothman (Republican)Nicholas A. Langworthy (Republican)Josh Harder (Democratic)W. Gregory Steube (Republican)Blake D. Moore (Republican)Bruce Westerman (Republican)John H. Rutherford (Republican)Mark B. Messmer (Republican)Lucy McBath (Democratic)Charles J. "Chuck" Fleischmann (Republican)Betty McCollum (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Austin Scott (Republican)Scott Fitzgerald (Republican)Daniel Webster (Republican)Sharice Davids (Democratic)Harriet M. Hageman (Republican)Wesley Bell (Democratic)Henry Cuellar (Democratic)Nicholas J. Begich (Republican)Byron Donalds (Republican)Pat Harrigan (Republican)Michael T. McCaul (Republican)Josh Riley (Democratic)Jamie Raskin (Democratic)Jim Costa (Democratic)Joe Neguse (Democratic)Mark E. Amodei (Republican)Gabe Evans (Republican)Abraham J. Hamadeh (Republican)Mike Bost (Republican)Russell Fry (Republican)Scott DesJarlais (Republican)Eric Sorensen (Democratic)David G. Valadao (Republican)Michael R. Turner (Republican)James C. Moylan (Republican)Julia Brownley (Democratic)William R. Keating (Democratic)Cleo Fields (Democratic)Johnny Olszewski (Democratic)Seth Magaziner (Democratic)Sarah McBride (Democratic)John W. Rose (Republican)Derrick Van Orden (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Bennie G. Thompson (Democratic)Max L. Miller (Republican)Deborah K. Ross (Democratic)Randy Feenstra (Republican)Kevin Kiley (Republican)Robert E. Latta (Republican)Seth Moulton (Democratic)John J. McGuire (Republican)Kevin Hern (Republican)Suzanne Bonamici (Democratic)Burgess Owens (Republican)Monica De La Cruz (Republican)Jared Moskowitz (Democratic)Ben Cline (Republican)Chuck Edwards (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Nick LaLota (Republican)Robert P. Bresnahan (Republican)Kevin Mullin (Democratic)Jason Crow (Democratic)George Whitesides (Democratic)Harold Rogers (Republican)Andrew S. Clyde (Republican)Valerie P. Foushee (Democratic)Jack Bergman (Republican)Tracey Mann (Republican)Herbert C. Conaway (Democratic)Robert B. Aderholt (Republican)Troy Balderson (Republican)Jennifer A. Kiggans (Republican)Chellie Pingree (Democratic)Tim Moore (Republican)Cory Mills (Republican)Bryan Steil (Republican)Michael Guest (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)Craig A. Goldman (Republican)Vern Buchanan (Republican)

Ways and Means Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the definition of qualified higher education expenses for 529 accounts. It specifically includes **certain postsecondary credentialing expenses**, enabling individuals to use tax-advantaged savings for a broader array of workforce development and skill-building programs beyond traditional degrees. This legislative change aims to make education savings more flexible for modern career pathways. The legislation defines **qualified postsecondary credentialing expenses** to encompass tuition, fees, books, supplies, and equipment necessary for enrollment in a recognized postsecondary credential program. It also covers fees for testing required to obtain or maintain a credential, alongside continuing education fees mandated for credential maintenance. A **recognized postsecondary credential program** must meet specific criteria, such as being included on a State list under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act or listed in the Department of Veterans Affairs' WEAMS Public directory. Additionally, the bill details what qualifies as a **recognized postsecondary credential**. This includes various industry-recognized employment credentials, such as those accredited by specific organizations or found in the Department of Defense's COOL directory. It also covers certificates of completion for registered apprenticeships, occupational or professional licenses issued by state or federal governments, and other credentials defined under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. These amendments will apply to distributions made after the date of the Act's enactment.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5339
Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2171
Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1477
Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act
Feb 7, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 7, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Feb 26, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-756
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5339
    Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2171
    Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1477
    Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act


  • February 7, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 7, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.


  • February 26, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-756
    Introduced in Senate

Taxation

Related Bills

  • S 119-756: Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act
  • HR 119-1: An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.

Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act

USA119th CongressHR-1151| House 
| Updated: 2/7/2025
This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the definition of qualified higher education expenses for 529 accounts. It specifically includes **certain postsecondary credentialing expenses**, enabling individuals to use tax-advantaged savings for a broader array of workforce development and skill-building programs beyond traditional degrees. This legislative change aims to make education savings more flexible for modern career pathways. The legislation defines **qualified postsecondary credentialing expenses** to encompass tuition, fees, books, supplies, and equipment necessary for enrollment in a recognized postsecondary credential program. It also covers fees for testing required to obtain or maintain a credential, alongside continuing education fees mandated for credential maintenance. A **recognized postsecondary credential program** must meet specific criteria, such as being included on a State list under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act or listed in the Department of Veterans Affairs' WEAMS Public directory. Additionally, the bill details what qualifies as a **recognized postsecondary credential**. This includes various industry-recognized employment credentials, such as those accredited by specific organizations or found in the Department of Defense's COOL directory. It also covers certificates of completion for registered apprenticeships, occupational or professional licenses issued by state or federal governments, and other credentials defined under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. These amendments will apply to distributions made after the date of the Act's enactment.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5339
Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-2171
Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-1477
Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act
Feb 7, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 7, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Feb 26, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-756
Introduced in Senate
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5339
    Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-2171
    Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-1477
    Freedom To Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act


  • February 7, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 7, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.


  • February 26, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-756
    Introduced in Senate
Robert J. Wittman

Robert J. Wittman

Republican Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (203)
Kim Schrier (Democratic)Paul A. Gosar (Republican)April McClain Delaney (Democratic)Donald Norcross (Democratic)Clay Higgins (Republican)Marcy Kaptur (Democratic)Becca Balint (Democratic)Laura Friedman (Democratic)Frank D. Lucas (Republican)John Garamendi (Democratic)Jonathan L. Jackson (Democratic)Jared F. Golden (Democratic)Trent Kelly (Republican)Eric A. "Rick" Crawford (Republican)Kelly Morrison (Democratic)Marc A. Veasey (Democratic)Gabe Amo (Democratic)Julie Johnson (Democratic)Richard McCormick (Republican)Ashley Hinson (Republican)Ritchie Torres (Democratic)Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (Democratic)Joyce Beatty (Democratic)Andy Harris (Republican)Steve Womack (Republican)Jennifer L. McClellan (Democratic)Gabe Vasquez (Democratic)Christopher R. Deluzio (Democratic)Chrissy Houlahan (Democratic)Gregory F. Murphy (Republican)Darren Soto (Democratic)Jefferson Van Drew (Republican)David J. Taylor (Republican)Scott Franklin (Republican)Robert F. Onder (Republican)Neal P. Dunn (Republican)Carlos A. Gimenez (Republican)Bill Foster (Democratic)Darin LaHood (Republican)Lance Gooden (Republican)Sanford D. Bishop (Democratic)Zachary Nunn (Republican)Mike Collins (Republican)Keith Self (Republican)Mike Ezell (Republican)Glenn Thompson (Republican)Michael Baumgartner (Republican)Greg Landsman (Democratic)Kristen McDonald Rivet (Democratic)Mike Carey (Republican)Stephanie I. Bice (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Beth Van Duyne (Republican)Aaron Bean (Republican)Derek Schmidt (Republican)Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Steven Horsford (Democratic)Young Kim (Republican)Jimmy Panetta (Democratic)Eric Swalwell (Democratic)Dina Titus (Democratic)Pete Sessions (Republican)David Rouzer (Republican)Madeleine Dean (Democratic)Melanie A. Stansbury (Democratic)Scott H. Peters (Democratic)Sarah Elfreth (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Angie Craig (Democratic)Brad Knott (Republican)John James (Republican)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)Janelle S. Bynum (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Shri Thanedar (Democratic)Frank J. Mrvan (Democratic)Nathaniel Moran (Republican)Ken Calvert (Republican)Michael A. Rulli (Republican)J. French Hill (Republican)Ted Lieu (Democratic)Ro Khanna (Democratic)Rudy Yakym (Republican)Dan Newhouse (Republican)Lloyd Smucker (Republican)Thomas H. Kean (Republican)Barry Loudermilk (Republican)Gus M. Bilirakis (Republican)Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (Democratic)Daniel Meuser (Republican)Don Bacon (Republican)Nikki Budzinski (Democratic)André Carson (Democratic)Brendan F. Boyle (Democratic)Andy Barr (Republican)John B. Larson (Democratic)Mike Flood (Republican)Jefferson Shreve (Republican)Carol D. Miller (Republican)Joe Wilson (Republican)Joseph D. Morelle (Democratic)Pat Fallon (Republican)Ann Wagner (Republican)Mike Kelly (Republican)Nancy Mace (Republican)Richard Hudson (Republican)Hillary J. Scholten (Democratic)Marilyn Strickland (Democratic)Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic)Jahana Hayes (Democratic)Brad Finstad (Republican)Raja Krishnamoorthi (Democratic)Jerrold Nadler (Democratic)LaMonica McIver (Democratic)Brittany Pettersen (Democratic)Tony Wied (Republican)Glenn Grothman (Republican)Nicholas A. Langworthy (Republican)Josh Harder (Democratic)W. Gregory Steube (Republican)Blake D. Moore (Republican)Bruce Westerman (Republican)John H. Rutherford (Republican)Mark B. Messmer (Republican)Lucy McBath (Democratic)Charles J. "Chuck" Fleischmann (Republican)Betty McCollum (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Austin Scott (Republican)Scott Fitzgerald (Republican)Daniel Webster (Republican)Sharice Davids (Democratic)Harriet M. Hageman (Republican)Wesley Bell (Democratic)Henry Cuellar (Democratic)Nicholas J. Begich (Republican)Byron Donalds (Republican)Pat Harrigan (Republican)Michael T. McCaul (Republican)Josh Riley (Democratic)Jamie Raskin (Democratic)Jim Costa (Democratic)Joe Neguse (Democratic)Mark E. Amodei (Republican)Gabe Evans (Republican)Abraham J. Hamadeh (Republican)Mike Bost (Republican)Russell Fry (Republican)Scott DesJarlais (Republican)Eric Sorensen (Democratic)David G. Valadao (Republican)Michael R. Turner (Republican)James C. Moylan (Republican)Julia Brownley (Democratic)William R. Keating (Democratic)Cleo Fields (Democratic)Johnny Olszewski (Democratic)Seth Magaziner (Democratic)Sarah McBride (Democratic)John W. Rose (Republican)Derrick Van Orden (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Bennie G. Thompson (Democratic)Max L. Miller (Republican)Deborah K. Ross (Democratic)Randy Feenstra (Republican)Kevin Kiley (Republican)Robert E. Latta (Republican)Seth Moulton (Democratic)John J. McGuire (Republican)Kevin Hern (Republican)Suzanne Bonamici (Democratic)Burgess Owens (Republican)Monica De La Cruz (Republican)Jared Moskowitz (Democratic)Ben Cline (Republican)Chuck Edwards (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Nanette Diaz Barragán (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Nick LaLota (Republican)Robert P. Bresnahan (Republican)Kevin Mullin (Democratic)Jason Crow (Democratic)George Whitesides (Democratic)Harold Rogers (Republican)Andrew S. Clyde (Republican)Valerie P. Foushee (Democratic)Jack Bergman (Republican)Tracey Mann (Republican)Herbert C. Conaway (Democratic)Robert B. Aderholt (Republican)Troy Balderson (Republican)Jennifer A. Kiggans (Republican)Chellie Pingree (Democratic)Tim Moore (Republican)Cory Mills (Republican)Bryan Steil (Republican)Michael Guest (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)Craig A. Goldman (Republican)Vern Buchanan (Republican)

Ways and Means Committee

Taxation

Related Bills

  • S 119-756: Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act
  • HR 119-1: An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted