Bills · S 1590
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1590Taxation
Aviation Workforce Development Act
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a growing shortage of skilled workers in the aviation industry, particularly for pilots and aircraft mechanics. Training for these professions can be very expensive, often costing tens of thousands of dollars, which can be a significant barrier for many.
By allowing 529 plans to cover these costs, the bill makes these crucial career paths more affordable and accessible. If this bill becomes law, more people might pursue these careers, potentially strengthening the aviation workforce and ensuring there are enough qualified individuals to maintain aircraft and fly planes. If it doesn't pass, the financial barrier to entry for aviation careers would remain higher, potentially exacerbating current and future workforce shortages in a vital sector of the economy.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expands the types of expenses eligible for tax-free withdrawals from 529 college savings plans.
This allows families to use their existing education savings for a wider range of career-focused training programs.
PROVISION 02
Includes tuition, fees, books, supplies, and equipment for qualified aviation maintenance courses as eligible 529 expenses.
This specifically targets the financial burden of becoming an aircraft mechanic.
PROVISION 03
Includes tuition, fees, books, supplies, and equipment for qualified commercial pilot courses as eligible 529 expenses.
This specifically targets the high cost of becoming a commercial pilot, a profession facing significant shortages.
PROVISION 04
Defines what constitutes a 'qualified aviation maintenance course' by referencing specific federal aviation regulations (part 147 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations).
This ensures that only legitimate, regulated training programs are eligible for 529 funds.
PROVISION 05
Defines what constitutes a 'qualified commercial pilot course' by referencing specific federal aviation regulations (parts 61 or 141 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations).
This ensures that only legitimate, regulated flight training is eligible for 529 funds.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 2
R· South Carolina
YRS IN OFFICE
15
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 5
Introduced in Senate
MAY 5
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1590
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 5, 2025
Last actionMay 5, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FINANCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 5, 2025
Senate BillS 1590Taxation
Aviation Workforce Development Act
INTRODUCED MAY 5, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 5, 2025
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
2
COMPLEXITY
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