S.842

CARDINAL Act

Introduced·4/27/26

Establishes the CARDINAL Act to revise scholarship award priority and create a Supplemental State Funds for Trump Accounts Program.

The CARDINAL Act revises the priority for awarding opportunity scholarships in North Carolina for the 2026-2027 school year, ensuring continuity for students who received grants in the previous year. It establishes the Supplemental State Funds for Trump Accounts Program, contributing $1,000 to eligible children born in North Carolina between 2025 and 2028, residing in households with incomes not exceeding 300% of the federal poverty level.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations/Base Budget Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

May 7

Senate

Withdrawn From Com

May 7

Senate

Re-ref Com On Appropriations/Base Budget

Apr 28

Senate

Passed 1st Reading