Senate Joint Resolution 559, sponsored by Powers, urges the United States Congress to pass the Eliminating Discrimination And Creating Corridors to Expand Student Success (ED ACCESS) Act of 2022. The resolution highlights the issue that students with felony drug convictions are permanently ineligible for the American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC), which is a significant financial aid resource for those pursuing higher education. It cites research from the RAND Corporation indicating that participation in correctional education programs significantly reduces recidivism rates, and points out that denying the AOTC to this population exacerbates their challenges in affording college and reintegrating into society.

The resolution also notes that the restriction on the AOTC for drug felons is not an effective deterrent for drug-related crimes, especially since similar restrictions do not apply to other felony convictions. It references past legislative efforts, including a proposal by former Congresswoman Diane Black to repeal the AOTC's felony drug ban, and acknowledges current congressional attempts to address this issue. The resolution concludes by calling for the passage of the ED ACCESS Act or similar legislation and mandates that copies of the resolution be sent to key congressional and state officials.