Wisconsin families, educators, and politicians frequently express frustration over insufficient education funding, yet innovative, taxpayer-friendly solutions are rarely championed. However, the newly established Federal Education Scholarships tax credit program, created by Congress, offers Wisconsin a timely opportunity to expand educational resources and support students — without placing additional pressure on state taxpayers.

Beginning in 2027, a new federal provision will allow up to $1,700 in tax credits for individuals who donate to “scholarship granting organizations.” These scholarships may be used to help families with public, private, charter, or homeschool costs — including tutoring, transportation, supplemental coursework, industry certification, and other educational sup

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