MI HCR0008

Urges Congress to add transportation costs as a qualified education expense under Section 529 Qualified Tuition Programs, allowing tax-free withdrawals for this purpose.

Notes that approximately 17 percent of families used 529 plan funds for college expenses in the 2014-2015 school year, demonstrating widespread use of these tax-advantaged savings accounts.

Identifies that Michigan has over 400,000 community college students, the majority of whom commute to campus since only seven Michigan community colleges offer on-campus housing.

Points out that 60 to 90 percent of students at Michigan's four-year universities live off-campus and incur transportation costs, making commuting a necessity for attending classes.

Requires copies of the resolution be sent to the President of the U.S. Senate, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, and Michigan's congressional delegation.