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Search Results: keywords:"elementary and secondary education"

H. R. 6702 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a nonrefundable credit for elementary and secondary school supply expenses.
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December 11, 2023
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:624
H.R. 6702 proposes an amendment to the Internal Revenue Code to provide a nonrefundable tax credit for school supplies purchased for elementary and secondary students. The credit allows individuals to claim up to $200 for expenses like books and equipment related to a child's enrollment in a...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to help people pay for their kids' school supplies by giving them a break on their taxes, but they can only get a $200 break each year and it starts getting smaller if they make more than $150,000 a year.
H. R. 8915 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the expenses treated as qualified higher education expenses for purposes of 529 accounts to include additional elementary and secondary school expenses and certain postsecondary credentialing expenses.
December 24, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,472
The H.R. 8915, known as the “Education and Workforce Freedom Act,” aims to modify the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. It allows 529 education savings accounts to cover a broader range of expenses as qualified higher education expenses. These include costs related to elementary...
Simple Explanation
The Education and Workforce Freedom Act is a rule that would let families use their 529 education savings accounts to pay for more school things, like books and special classes, whether you're in elementary school, high school, or learning new skills in college.
H. R. 6816 — To prohibit the availability of Federal education funds for elementary and secondary schools that receive direct or indirect support from the Government of the People’s Republic of China.
July 05, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,116
H. R. 6816, also known as the PROTECT Our Kids Act, aims to stop federal education funds from going to elementary and secondary schools in the United States that have ties with organizations supported by the Government of the People’s Republic of China, such as Confucius...
Simple Explanation
The PROTECT Our Kids Act is like a rule that says some schools in America can't get money from the government if they are helped by a group supported by China. Schools can ask for a special permission if they already have a deal with China that is helpful to them and good for America.
H. R. 10189 — To authorize the Secretary of Education, in collaboration with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, to establish an interagency advisory Commission on Advancing Restorative Justice in Elementary and Secondary Education, and for other purposes.
November 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,719
H.R. 10189 proposes the creation of an interagency advisory commission to advance restorative justice in elementary and secondary education. This commission, established by the Secretary of Education and the Secretary of Health and Human Services, will develop guidelines,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 10189 is like setting up a team of grown-ups from schools and health jobs to find better ways to help kids get along and be fair to everyone, especially those from different backgrounds. They want to make school a nice place for everyone, but they need to figure out how to do it without spending too much money or making it confusing.
S. 3520 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for education.
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December 14, 2023
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,325
S. 3520, also known as the "Achieving Choice in Education Act" or "ACE Act," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code to support educational opportunities. The bill proposes changes that would allow for 529 education savings accounts to cover more homeschooling and secondary...
Simple Explanation
The Achieving Choice in Education Act wants to let people use more special savings money for things like homeschooling and tutoring, make bigger gifts with tax benefits, and help some states that give kids more school choices.
H. RES. 1197 — Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
May 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:253
H. RES. 1197 acknowledges the important roles played by elementary and secondary school teachers in strengthening the United States through their contributions to civic, cultural, and economic well-being. The resolution highlights National Teacher Appreciation Week, held from...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1197 says a big thank you to school teachers for their hard work in helping everyone learn and grow. It reminds people to celebrate teachers during a special week in May.
H. R. 8649 — To ensure that parents are aware of foreign influence in their child’s public school, and for other purposes.
July 05, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,072
H. R. 8649 aims to make sure that parents know if there is any foreign influence in their child's public school. The bill requires schools to allow parents to see and copy curriculum materials paid for by foreign governments. Schools must inform parents if any staff are paid...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 8649 is a plan to help parents know if their kids' schools are getting help or money from other countries, making sure parents can see and understand this information.
H. R. 9462 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against tax for charitable donations to nonprofit organizations providing education scholarships to qualified elementary and secondary students.
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October 04, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:4,263
H.R. 9462, titled the “Educational Choice for Children Act of 2024,” aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax credits for taxpayers who donate to nonprofit organizations that offer scholarships to eligible students for elementary and secondary education....
Simple Explanation
The bill is like a special rule that says if people give money to help kids go to certain schools, they can pay a little less in taxes. But, it needs to make sure everyone gets a fair chance to help and doesn’t accidentally favor schools that might not need it.
H. R. 9462 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against tax for charitable donations to nonprofit organizations providing education scholarships to qualified elementary and secondary students.
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September 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,982
H.R. 9462, titled the "Educational Choice for Children Act of 2024," proposes changes to the Internal Revenue Code to allow individuals to receive a tax credit for charitable donations made to organizations that provide educational scholarships to elementary and secondary...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9462 is like a plan where people can get some money back on their taxes for giving to groups that help pay for kids' school stuff, like books and tuition, but it needs to make sure everyone gets a fair chance and checks that the money is used correctly.

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