Educational Choice for Children Act, H.R. 9462

Quick Facts:

  • This bill expands education freedom to all 50 states while protecting religious liberty and ensuring private school autonomy.
  • $10 Billion in annual federal tax-credits for individuals and businesses:
    • Individuals can receive a 100% nonrefundable* federal tax-credit on a contribution up to $5,000 or 10% of AGI, whichever is greater.
    • Businesses can receive a 100% nonrefundable* federal tax-credit on a contribution of up to 5% of their taxable income.
  • ECCA scholarships can be stacked on top of state tax-credit scholarships in applicable states.
  • Student eligibility: Family income can be up to 300% of the median income by area as calculated by HUD.
    • To determine the current income limit for your area, complete the following steps:
      • Click here: HUD Income Limits.
      • Select your State and then your County and click “View County Calculations”.
      • Take the amount listed under the section Median Family Income and multiply by 300%.
  • Scholarship eligibility, amounts, and use are determined by the Scholarship Granting organization.
  • Students receiving an ECCA scholarship will not be required to take standardized testing

What can you do to help get ECCA passed?

Contact your state’s congressional delegation and ask them to co-sponsor and vote yes on the ECCA

*Nonrefundable – A nonrefundable tax-credit can reduce your tax liability down to zero but will never generate a refund.