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Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act

USA119th CongressHR-2097| House 
| Updated: 3/14/2025
Christopher H. Smith

Christopher H. Smith

Republican Representative

New Jersey

Ways and Means Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by creating a new refundable tax credit for elementary and secondary education expenses. This credit would allow taxpayers to claim a significant portion of the costs incurred for each qualifying child attending either a public or private elementary or secondary school. The maximum credit allowable is set at $10,000 per child for qualified education expenses paid during the taxable year, providing substantial financial relief to families. The credit covers tuition and fees, along with up to $1,500 in non-tuition expenses such as computers, educational software, academic tutoring, special needs services, and school-provided transportation fees. However, it specifically excludes fees for nonacademic activities like sports or school uniforms. The credit amount is subject to a reduction for taxpayers with modified adjusted gross incomes exceeding $75,000 for individuals or $150,000 for joint filers , ensuring it primarily benefits middle and lower-income families. These amendments would apply to taxable years beginning after the date of the bill's enactment.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-9320
Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-609
Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act
Mar 14, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 14, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-9320
    Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-609
    Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act


  • March 14, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 14, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Taxation

Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act

USA119th CongressHR-2097| House 
| Updated: 3/14/2025
This bill proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by creating a new refundable tax credit for elementary and secondary education expenses. This credit would allow taxpayers to claim a significant portion of the costs incurred for each qualifying child attending either a public or private elementary or secondary school. The maximum credit allowable is set at $10,000 per child for qualified education expenses paid during the taxable year, providing substantial financial relief to families. The credit covers tuition and fees, along with up to $1,500 in non-tuition expenses such as computers, educational software, academic tutoring, special needs services, and school-provided transportation fees. However, it specifically excludes fees for nonacademic activities like sports or school uniforms. The credit amount is subject to a reduction for taxpayers with modified adjusted gross incomes exceeding $75,000 for individuals or $150,000 for joint filers , ensuring it primarily benefits middle and lower-income families. These amendments would apply to taxable years beginning after the date of the bill's enactment.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-9320
Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-609
Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act
Mar 14, 2025
Introduced in House
Mar 14, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-9320
    Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-609
    Education, Achievement, and Opportunity Act


  • March 14, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • March 14, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Christopher H. Smith

Christopher H. Smith

Republican Representative

New Jersey

Ways and Means Committee

Taxation

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted