Public Service Educational Assistance Act

The Public Service Educational Assistance Act creates a federal program to cover tuition, fees, and books for the dependents of public service employees who have completed at least 20 years of full-time service. Eligible workers include first responders, educators, and social workers employed by government entities. This financial support can be used for up to four academic years at public postsecondary institutions or programs that lead to recognized credentials. The bill specifies that this assistance is tax-exempt, does not count as wages for retirement benefit calculations, and can be received alongside other federal student aid.