Walberg Votes for ABLE Act to Assist Individuals with Disabilities

Today, Rep. Walberg voted in support of H.R. 647, the ABLE Act of 2014, legislation he cosponsored to create tax-free savings accounts for people born with disabilities to save for future, qualified expenses such as education, housing and medical expenses. H.R. 647 passed with a strong bipartisan vote of 404-17.

"Passage of the ABLE Act will help ease some of the challenges faced by people living with disabilities and their families by extending important financial planning tools that will help them achieve their potential. It's a commonsense step which will make a difference for those who need it most," said Rep. Walberg after the vote.