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States empowering kids through the Education Freedom Tax Credit program
January 29, 2026
Last Updated: Nov. 5, 2026 From statehouses to governors’ offices, leaders closest to families are opting into the new federal education tax credit program. Their support reflects a growing commitment to empowering families and expanding access to education options for kids across the country. This new program allows taxpayers to donate up to $1,700 to a scholarship-granting organization and, in return, receive a $1,700 federal tax credit. A Growing Coalition of State Support Below is a list of states that have formally opted in to participate in the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC) program. Alabama In signing an executive order…
How states are expanding education freedom in 2026
September 1, 2026
In 2026, states across the nation continued to make progress toward transforming education and expanding opportunities for families. Lawmakers built on recent momentum by strengthening successful programs, responding to growing demand, and removing barriers that stand between families and the educational opportunities that work best for their children. While there is still more work ahead, the progress made this year has laid important groundwork for what comes next. With new opportunities on the horizon following the 2026 elections, the movement to put families in the driver's seat is poised to make even greater progress in 2027. Alabama delivered more education…
