DFW: What to know about Trump Accounts and automatic enrollment

The future is brighter in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, where whether you realize it or not, your child may be enrolled in a “trump account.

” Rolled out earlier this year, the Trump Accounts program allows parents to claim special investment accounts for children who are 18 years old or younger. And some babies and newborns are eligible to receive a one-time $1,000 contribution from the government. Now, because of automatic enrollment highlighted Wednesday by President Donald Trump, the Treasury Department says every eligible child with a valid Social Security number has a Trump Account. The impact on students and families will be felt for years to come.

Investing in education means investing in our community's future. These efforts will help shape the next generation of leaders, innovators, and engaged citizens in North Texas.

The seeds planted today will blossom into tomorrow's achievements, creating a brighter future for all of North Texas.