The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released new guidance outlining how employers can contribute to Trump Accounts, a new tax-advantaged savings option for employees’ children.

Under the guidance, employers may contribute up to $2,500 annually to an employee dependent’s Trump Account without the contribution being included in the employee’s gross income. Employees also may make pre-tax contributions through an employer cafeteria plan.

Employers that establish a contribution program will need a separate written plan, employee notices and annual statements, along with required reporting and verification procedures. Treasury says more than 50 companies have already committed to offering Trump Account contributions.

“Manufacturers are competing hard for talent, and this gives employers another tax-advantaged benefit to consider,” said Jacob Sargent, managing director of public policy for the Ohio Manufacturers’ Association. “The guidance gives businesses a much clearer picture of how the program works and what it would take to offer it.” 8/12/2026