Universal ESA does not replace the current ESA program, it just adds another tier to it. Students with disabilities will still qualify for ESAs based on their disability under the original program. Both programs will be administered by the Arizona Department of Education which will provide updates via their website including information on when applications will be available for Universal ESAs.

The Universal ESA program allows every student in Arizona to be eligible for approximately $6500 which can be utilized for payment of tuition at an Arizona private school. The bill is retroactive to June 30, 2022, which means that, if the bill becomes effective, ESA funds would be available for the beginning of the 2022-2023 school year.