HB 2662-S - DIGEST |
(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE) |
Creates the Washington next generation educational savings account program to expand educational opportunity and financial capability for every child born or adopted in the state. |
Requires the student achievement council to: (1) Administer the program; |
(2) Partner with one or more private organizations to establish and fund the program; and |
(3) Determine when an adequate amount of funding has been secured to begin implementation of the program. |
Prohibits any amounts deposited in an educational savings account from being taken into account in determining an individual's eligibility for federally or state-funded assistance or benefits, including temporary assistance for needy families, medicaid, or student financial aid. |
Creates the Washington next generation educational savings account program account. |