WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- Sen. Mike Crapo issued the following news release:
This week is National School Choice Week, and the Working Families Tax Cuts-driven by U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho)-are making education more accessible and affordable for families across America. In the legislation, congressional Republicans created a new school choice tax credit, expanded 529 savings accounts and permanently extended tax benefits for certain student loan repayments. These changes are helping families access the schools and educational opportunities that best meet their needs.
"A quality education can provide for a lifetime of learning and prepare students for rewarding careers," said Crapo. "Education is best overseen...