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.
There are income eligibility guidelines in place to prioritize needy families.
The program, authorized by Congress under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, takes effect in 2027.
States decide whether to opt in, but participation is not permanent, and future leaders can opt in or out….