Mr. Alexander, I want to thank you for being here today and for the critical work that you are doing for the American steel manufacturing. And as you know, The working families tax cut significantly expanded the 529 savings plans so that they can now be used not just by four-year universities and colleges, but for registered apprenticeships, for trade school certifications, welding programs and for tools and equipment that are needed for skilled trades. I have long been a proponent of this approach to help people find new careers or to support North Texans hoping to break into these types of jobs. (02:40–02:59)
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