Support Our Educators Act of 2024
This bill increases the tax deduction for eligible educators from $250 to $600 annually for out-of-pocket classroom expenses like supplies and materials. It directly affects elementary and secondary school teachers (now referred to as "eligible educators" instead of just "teachers") and home educators who teach their own children under state home school or private school laws. Key provisions include expanding the deduction limit and creating a new, separate deduction for home educators covering curriculum-related costs, books, supplies, computer equipment, and teaching materials used at home. The changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.
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Dec 2024
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Introduced Dec 11, 2024
Last action Dec 11, 2024
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Dec 11, 2024
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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Dec 11, 2024
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John Kennedy
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