Universal School Choice Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (20 May 2025): Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
This bill, the "Universal School Choice Act," proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow individuals and corporations to claim tax credits for donating to nonprofit organizations that provide educational scholarships. These scholarships would be for qualified elementary and secondary students. The bill defines qualified expenses to include tuition, fees, books, educational materials, tutoring, testing fees, and transportation for educational activities.
The legislation affects individuals who make charitable donations to eligible scholarship-granting organizations and corporations that do the same. It also impacts students who may receive scholarships to cover educational expenses. Scholarship-granting organizations themselves would be subject to new requirements, including audits and timely distribution of funds. The bill introduces a national "volume cap" of $10 billion for 2026 and subsequent years, with specific allocation methods for states and a system to track contributions in real-time.
H.R. 3519 was introduced in the House of Representatives in May 2025 by Representative Clarence “Burgess” Owens and Representative Byron Donalds. It has been referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means and the House Committee on Education and Workforce. The bill is currently in the introduction phase, and further legislative action, including committee review and potential votes in the House and Senate, would be necessary for it to become law.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Timeline
20 May 2025
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 3519 do?
- This bill, the "Universal School Choice Act," proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow individuals and corporations to claim tax credits for donating to nonprofit organizations that provide educational scholarships. These scholarships would be for qualified elementary and secondary students. The bill defines qualified expenses to include tuition, fees, books, educational materials, tutoring, testing fees, and transportation for educational activities. The legislation affects individuals who make charitable donations to eligible scholarship-granting organizations and corporations that do the same. It also impacts students who may receive scholarships to cover educational expenses. Scholarship-granting organizations themselves would be subject to new requirements, including audits and timely distribution of funds. The bill introduces a national "volume cap" of $10 billion for 2026 and subsequent years, with specific allocation methods for states and a system to track contributions in real-time. H.R. 3519 was introduced in the House of Representatives in May 2025 by Representative Clarence “Burgess” Owens and Representative Byron Donalds. It has been referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means and the House Committee on Education and Workforce. The bill is currently in the introduction phase, and further legislative action, including committee review and potential votes in the House and Senate, would be necessary for it to become law.
- Has H.R. 3519 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 3519. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 3519?
- H.R. 3519 was sponsored by Rep. Owens, Burgess [R-UT-4] (R-UT), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 3519?
- Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (20 May 2025).
Related bills in Taxation
National Taxpayer Advocate Enhancement Act of 2025
End Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act
School Freedom Act of 2026
RELA Act of 2026
More bills from Rep. Owens, Burgess [R-UT-4]
PATH Act
RURAL Healthcare Act
MATCH Act of 2026
Bill100 mirrors the public U.S. legislative record from Congress.gov and GovTrack and adds plain-English AI summaries. It is an information tool, not legal, compliance or lobbying advice, and it is not affiliated with the U.S. Congress or any government agency. AI summaries can simplify or omit detail — every bill links to the official source; verify there before you rely on it.