I'm writing to urge you to support S.634/H.R.1434, the "Education Freedom Scholarship and Opportunity Act," legislation that will expand educational opportunities by establishing a $5 billion annual dollar-for-dollar nonrefundable tax credit for contributions to state scholarship programs. The bills were introduced by Senator Ted Cruz in the Senate and Representative Bradley Byrne in the House. Strengthening state scholarship programs will help families in our state opt for the education best suited to the needs and desires of their children - whether public, private or religious. It will also enhance access to a host of specialized programs and services for public school students, children with special needs, as well as those interested in pursuing career training and technical studies. It is important to recognize that the enormous benefits that will flow from this bill will come without taking a single cent from public schools or the students they serve. These scholarships come totally from contributions that are voluntary and privately funded. The "Education Freedom Scholarship and Opportunity Act" provides a firm foundation to enhance the educational opportunity and achievement of all students in numerous ways. Indeed, it provides Congress with a unique approach to addressing the needs of American education. It is worthy of your firm support and I urge you to seek swift passage of the bill.

I'm writing to urge you to support S.634/H.R.1434, the "Education Freedom Scholarship and Opportunity Act," legislation that will expand educational opportunities by establishing a $5 billion annual dollar-for-dollar nonrefundable tax credit for contributions to state scholarship programs. The bills were introduced by Senator Ted Cruz in the Senate and Representative Bradley Byrne in the House. Strengthening state scholarship programs will enhance access to a host of specialized programs and services for public school students, children with special needs, as well as those interested in pursuing career training and technical studies. It will also help families in our state opt for the education best suited to the needs and desires of their children - whether public, private or religious. It is important to recognize that the enormous benefits that will flow from this bill will come without taking a single cent from public schools or the students they serve. These scholarships come totally from contributions that are voluntary and privately funded. The "Education Freedom Scholarship and Opportunity Act" provides a firm foundation to enhance the educational opportunity and achievement of all students in numerous ways. Indeed, it provides Congress with a unique approach to addressing the needs of American education. It is worthy of your firm support and I urge you to seek swift passage of the bill.