Supporting Students and Families Act
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Latest action (3 Aug 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
What this bill does
H.R. 10029, the Supporting Students and Families Act, would amend the Internal Revenue Code to create a new federal tax credit for parents who purchase school supplies for their children. The credit would cover expenses for books, supplies, and other equipment connected to a dependent's enrollment at a public, private, or religious elementary or secondary school, up to a maximum of $200 per year. The credit would phase out for higher-income taxpayers, beginning to shrink once modified adjusted gross income exceeds $150,000 and disappearing entirely once income is $65,000 above that threshold (i.e., around $215,000). Taxpayers could not claim the credit for expenses already covered through a Coverdell Education Savings Account.
The bill would primarily affect individual taxpayers with school-age dependents in kindergarten through 12th grade, offering a modest reduction in federal income tax liability tied to school-supply spending. Middle- and lower-income families would be eligible for the full credit, while higher-income families would receive a reduced or no credit.
The bill was introduced in the House on August 3, 2026, by Rep. Michael Lawler and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. It has not yet been considered or voted on by that committee or the full House. If enacted, the credit would apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026.
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Timeline
3 Aug 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10029 do?
- H.R. 10029, the Supporting Students and Families Act, would amend the Internal Revenue Code to create a new federal tax credit for parents who purchase school supplies for their children. The credit would cover expenses for books, supplies, and other equipment connected to a dependent's enrollment at a public, private, or religious elementary or secondary school, up to a maximum of $200 per year. The credit would phase out for higher-income taxpayers, beginning to shrink once modified adjusted gross income exceeds $150,000 and disappearing entirely once income is $65,000 above that threshold (i.e., around $215,000). Taxpayers could not claim the credit for expenses already covered through a Coverdell Education Savings Account. The bill would primarily affect individual taxpayers with school-age dependents in kindergarten through 12th grade, offering a modest reduction in federal income tax liability tied to school-supply spending. Middle- and lower-income families would be eligible for the full credit, while higher-income families would receive a reduced or no credit. The bill was introduced in the House on August 3, 2026, by Rep. Michael Lawler and referred to the Committee on Ways and Means. It has not yet been considered or voted on by that committee or the full House. If enacted, the credit would apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026.
- Has H.R. 10029 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10029. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10029?
- H.R. 10029 was sponsored by Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17] (R-NY), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10029?
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (3 Aug 2026).
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