Universal School Choice Act

# Universal School Choice Act (S. 1810) Summary **What It Would Do:** The Universal School Choice Act would allow federal education funding to follow students to their school of choice, rather than being tied to specific public school districts. This means families could use federal education dollars at private schools, charter schools, religious schools, or homeschooling programs. The bill aims to expand educational options beyond traditional public schools by making it easier for families to access alternative educational settings with public funding. **Who It Affects:** This bill primarily impacts K-12 students and families, school districts, and private and charter schools. Public school districts could lose funding if students leave to attend other schools, while private and charter schools would gain access to additional federal revenue.

Teachers and school staff could also be affected by changes in enrollment and funding levels. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been voted on by the full Senate. It was introduced by Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) in the 119th Congress. At this stage, it's being reviewed and debated by committee members before any further action can take place. The bill has not yet been enacted.