S. 756: Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-02-26 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN] |
| Policy area | Taxation |
| Cosponsors | 16 |
| Latest action | 2025-02-26 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. |
| Last updated | 2025-12-06 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-02-26):
Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act
This bill expands the expenses eligible for tax-free withdrawals from a qualified tuition program (known as a 529 plan) to include tuition, fees (including test fees), books, supplies, equipment, and other expenses related to the enrollment or attendance in a recognized postsecondary credentialing program.
Under the bill, a recognized postsecondary credentialing program includes certain programs identified by a state as providing training services, a program listed in the Web Enabled Approval Management System (WEAMS) maintained by the Department of Veterans Affairs, certain examinations required to obtain or maintain a credential, and other reputable credentialing programs.
Further, under the bill, such programs must be designed for an individual to obtain
- an industry-recognized postsecondary employment credential (e.g., project management professional certificate, advanced emergency medical technician certificate, and welding supervisor certificate),
- a certificate of completion of a registered and certified apprenticeship,
- an occupational or professional license issued or recognized by a state or the federal government (and any certification required for obtaining such license), or
- an associate or baccalaureate degree.
Cosponsors (16)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Roger Marshall | R KS (original cosponsor) 2025-02-26 |
| Peter Welch | D VT (original cosponsor) 2025-02-26 |
| Susan M. Collins | R ME (original cosponsor) 2025-02-26 |
| John W. Hickenlooper | D CO 2025-04-28 |
| Thom Tillis | R NC 2025-04-28 |
| Angus S. King, Jr. | I ME 2025-04-28 |
| Dan Sullivan | R AK 2025-04-28 |
| Mark Kelly | D AZ 2025-04-28 |
| Tommy Tuberville | R AL 2025-04-30 |
| John Fetterman | D PA 2025-04-30 |
| Eric Schmitt | R MO 2025-04-30 |
| Tammy Duckworth | D IL 2025-04-30 |
| Katie Boyd Britt | R AL 2025-04-30 |
| Jerry Moran | R KS 2025-05-21 |
| Cindy Hyde-Smith | R MS 2025-06-03 |
| Jacky Rosen | D NV 2025-06-05 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 756 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
Frequently asked questions
What is S. 756?
S. 756 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 756 are available on congress.gov.
Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).