House Republicans propose bill that would set aside $5 billion for private school vouchers

House Republicans unveiled a budget bill proposing to allocate up to $5 billion annually for scholarships aimed at enabling families to send their children to private and religious schools. This initiative aligns with President Trump's 'universal school choice' agenda, allowing families—except those earning above three times the local median income—to select educational options beyond their local public schools. While proponents argue it provides necessary choices for families in low-performing areas, critics warn it primarily benefits wealthy individuals, eroding public school funding and creating potential tax shelters for donors.

Giving parents the ability to choose the best education for their child makes the American Dream possible," said Republican Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy.

Critics decried the proposal, saying it would aid the wealthy at the expense of the public school systems that serve the overwhelming majority of students.

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