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House Republicans Push $5 Billion Nationwide Private School Voucher Plan

The proposal, embedded in a budget reconciliation bill, would fund scholarships via tax credits for private and religious school attendance, sparking debates over equity and public school funding.

President Donald Trump gestures while answering a reporter's question during an event in the Roosevelt Room at the White House, Monday, May 12, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

Overview

  • The $5 billion proposal is part of House Republicans' budget reconciliation bill, advancing President Trump's universal school choice agenda.
  • The program would provide scholarships for private and religious schools, funded by donor contributions eligible for full tax credits.
  • Eligibility is set for nearly all households earning below three times the local median income, marking the first federal tax-credit scholarship initiative.
  • Critics argue the plan benefits wealthy families, creates tax loopholes, and risks diverting resources from public schools.
  • This follows a trend of state-level voucher programs, including Texas's recent $1 billion initiative, raising concerns about impacts on public education systems.