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Education tax credits to gain momentum during upcoming state legislative sessions, according to new policy report
80% of parents of K-12 students support education tax credits and more than two-thirds believe they will improve education across the country ARLINGTON, Va. – Personal education tax credits, as outlined in a new policy report released today by yes. every kid., are as popular with the broader public as…
yes. every kid. celebrates North Carolina’s bipartisan expansion of universal education freedom — the second largest in the nation
RALEIGH, N.C. — In response to the North Carolina General Assembly's passage of the state budget, which includes the ability for any family to access Opportunity Scholarships, Government Affairs Director Andrew Yates released the following statement on behalf of yes. every kid. “Today, the Tar Heel state became the latest…
yes. every kid. receives award from State Policy Network for progress in creating more educational opportunities for families
Yes advances education freedom in 33 states CHICAGO — yes. every kid. (Yes) was awarded the Network Award for expanding universal education freedom legislation in 2023. The award — honoring this year’s extensive education progress — was presented by the State Policy Network (SPN) at its Celebration of Success awards…
yes. every kid. publishes new report on state-by-state access to public education
ARLINGTON, Va. — Today, yes. every kid. released a new report outlining an extensive analysis of state laws regarding access to public schools. Policymakers and advocates may find the analysis helpful in seeking to better understand how states can best empower families to customize their child’s learning experience. Authors of…
yes. every kid. applauds Wisconsin’s bipartisan effort to expand educational opportunities
MADISON, Wis. — In response to the passage of legislation supporting educational freedom in Wisconsin, Government Affairs Director Marcus D. San Marino released the following statement on behalf of yes. every kid. “Wisconsin families have benefitted from legislative leaders and Gov. Evers working together on a bipartisan basis. We are…
yes. every kid. applauds Gov. Mike DeWine’s expansion of the EdChoice Scholarship program
COLUMBUS, Ohio — In response to Gov. Mike DeWine signing HB 33, which includes expansion of the EdChoice Scholarship program, Government Affairs Director Tiffany Barfield released the following statement on behalf of yes. every kid. “Today, Ohio is putting power where it belongs: in the hands of families. Ohioans want…
yes. every kid. celebrates Gov. Chris Sununu’s expansion of Education Freedom Accounts program
CONCORD, N.H. — Government Affairs Director Andrew Yates released the following statement on behalf of yes. every kid. in response to New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu signing House Bill 367. “Every kid deserves the educational experience that best fits their unique needs — and that’s what families want. Gov. Sununu…
yes. every kid. applauds the Ohio Senate for voting to expand the EdChoice Scholarship program
COLUMBUS, Ohio. — In response to the Ohio Senate passing HB 33, which includes expansion of the EdChoice Scholarship program, Government Affairs Director Tiffany Barfield released the following statement on behalf of yes. every kid. “By voting to expand the EdChoice Scholarship program, the Ohio Senate is putting power in…
yes. every kid. applauds Nebraska’s expansion of education freedom
LINCOLN — In response to Governor Jim Pillen signing LB753, Government Affairs Director Shannon Pahls released the following statement on behalf of yes. every kid. “By passing this legislation, Nebraska has joined the national movement for education freedom. Nebraska families want educational opportunities that fit their child’s unique needs and…
yes. every kid. applauds Oklahoma’s monumental Parental Choice Tax Credit Act — the most expansive program in the nation
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — In response to Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signing the landmark Parental Choice Tax Credit Act, Vice President of Government Affairs Tom Newell released the following statement on behalf of yes. every kid. “The Parental Choice Tax Credit Act cements Oklahoma as a national leader in education…
yes. every kid. celebrates Montana’s expansion of learning opportunities
HELENA, Mont. — In response to Gov. Greg Gianforte’s signature of House Bill 396 and House Bill 203, Government Affairs Director Andrew Yates released the following statement on behalf of yes. every kid. “Everyone deserves the ability to make the best decisions for themselves and their families based on their…
Oklahoma Legislature Passes Universal Education Freedom Bill
Bill expected to be signed by Governor, will become the most expansive program in nation OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - The Oklahoma House of Representatives has sent HB 1934, the Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit Act, to Gov. Kevin Stitt for final approval. HB 1934 not only creates the most expansive…
AFP-NC, LIBRE & yes. every kid. Praise North Carolina House for Expanding Educational Opportunity
Raleigh, North Carolina—Today the North Carolina House of Representatives voted to expand educational options in the Old North State by removing barriers and requirements to access the state’s popular Opportunity Scholarship Program. The bill, Choose Your School, Choose Your Future, will grant every student in the state access to up to $7,200…
yes. every kid. applauds North Dakota for ending school zoning discrimination
BISMARCK, N.D. — In response to Gov. Doug Burgum’s signature of House Bill 1376, which expands public school access by ending discrimination against North Dakota’s students based on where they live, Executive Director Craig Hulse released the following statement on behalf of yes. every kid. “For far too long, school…
yes. every kid. applauds Governor McMaster for signing education freedom legislation
COLUMBIA— In response to Gov. Henry McMaster signing SB 39, Government Affairs Director Andrew Yates released the following statement on behalf of yes. every kid. “This is a win for kids across South Carolina—and one that was a long time coming. The Education Scholarship Trust Fund puts power in the…
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