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Treasury finalizes rules for $26B federal school choice tax credit

The U.S. Treasury Department has released the final rules for the 'Education Freedom Tax Credit,' a federal program allowing donors to claim a 100% tax credit for contributions to scholarship-granting organizations. The program, set to launch on January 1, 2027, is projected to generate $26 billion in annual donations by 2030, funding private school tuition, tutoring, and special education services. While supporters argue it expands educational options, critics warn it may divert resources from public schools and exacerbate racial disparities. Democratic governors face increasing pressure to decide whether their states will participate in the voluntary federal initiative.