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2026 Child Savings Account Rollout: What Parents Should Do Now

Recent IRS guidance and proposed regulations clarify parts of the 2026 federal child savings account rollout: account activation is expected around May 2026, while contributions (including pilot deposits) cannot begin before July 4, 2026. The March 6, 2026 proposed rules explain,

March 17, 2026 | 5 min read

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