First State Opts in to Federal School Choice Tax Incentive

Several states with existing tax credits for school vouchers could decide based on the success of their own programs.
First State Opts in to Federal School Choice Tax Incentive
Supporters for school choice hold signs outside the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington on April 30, 2025. Alex Wong/Getty Images
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Nebraska this week became the first state to officially opt into the federal scholarship tax program supporting private school vouchers, while governors across the nation are expected to announce their choice in the months ahead.

The program allows donors a dollar-for-dollar tax credit up to $1,700 to qualified scholarship-granting organizations or associated costs like transportation and supplies.

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