HB4768

Relating to updating definitions to incorporate federal law changes to qualified higher education expenses for purposes of 529 accounts

Complete·3/30/26

Updates definitions to align with federal law changes for qualified higher education expenses in 529 accounts.

This bill amends the West Virginia College Prepaid Tuition and Savings Program Act to update definitions to reflect changes in federal law regarding qualified higher education expenses for 529 accounts. It ensures that terms such as "qualified education expenses" and "savings plan" align with federal standards, allowing for distributions from 529 accounts to cover expenses at eligible educational institutions. The changes aim to keep the state's program consistent with federal regulations.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Feb 24

9:00 AM

Standing Committee on Finance Meeting

Feb 24

5:00 PM

Standing Committee on Finance Meeting

History

Mar 30

House

Approved by Governor 3/27/2026

Mar 25

House

To Governor 3/25/2026

Mar 14

Senate

To Governor 3/25/2026 - Senate Journal