A bill to amend section 7014 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to advance toward full Federal funding for impact aid, and for other purposes.

Senate Bill

S. 2921

119th Congress

A bill to amend section 7014 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to advance toward full Federal funding for impact aid, and for other purposes.

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 19, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Roger Marshall

Senator

Republican

KS

Cosponsors

3

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Taxation

Summary

The American Workforce Empowerment Act would allow people to use their tax-advantaged college savings plans (known as 529 plans) to pay for things like apprenticeship programs, technical education in high school, and other job training programs beyond just traditional college degrees.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

The American Workforce Empowerment Act would allow people to use their tax-advantaged college savings plans (known as 529 plans) to pay for things like apprenticeship programs, technical education in high school, and other job training programs beyond just traditional college degrees.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

American Workforce Empowerment Act This bill expands the types of programs that tax-preferred college savings plans (i.e., 529 plans) may fund with distributions, including preapprenticeship and registered apprenticeship programs, a program of high school career and technical education, and a recognized postsecondary credential.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Expands the types of programs that 529 college savings plans can be used to pay for, including apprenticeships, technical education, and job credential programs
Aims to make it easier for people to use their tax-advantaged college savings for a wider range of workforce development and job training options
Gives more flexibility to individuals in how they can use their 529 plan funds to prepare for careers

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would impact anyone with a 529 college savings plan, as it would give them more options for how to use that money. It could particularly benefit students interested in career and technical education pathways or apprenticeship programs, rather than just a traditional 4-year degree. This could help expand access to job training and credentialing opportunities beyond a college diploma.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Taxation

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

2921, 119th Congress (2025). "A bill to amend section 7014 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to advance toward full Federal funding for impact aid, and for other purposes.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-s-2921