Alabama Opts In: Feds to Boost School Choice!

Hold onto your hats, ChumCity! Governor Kay Ivey just signed an executive order locking Alabama into the Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit program! This brand-new program, a piece of President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," promises even more educational options for our families.

Ivey Doubles Down on School Choice

This move comes hot on the heels of Ivey's State of the State address, where she boldly declared her aim to make Alabama "the most school choice friendly state in the nation." Talk about commitment! And with National School Choice Week kicking off January 25th, the timing couldn't be better.

More Options, More Resources

"Alabama has been a trailblazer in offering parents and students options," Governor Ivey stated. She highlighted the success of the Alabama Accountability Act and the CHOOSE Act, emphasizing that this new federal program is another step in the right direction.

How it Works

Think of it like the Alabama Accountability Act, but on a federal scale! The Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit offers tax credits for donations to approved scholarship organizations. These organizations then use the funds to provide scholarships for students at all levels, covering tuition, books, tutoring, and more! Even families already participating in the CHOOSE Act or benefiting from the Alabama Accountability Act may be eligible.

What's Next?

Ivey's order officially greenlights Alabama's participation and tasks the Alabama Department of Revenue with managing the program and certifying the scholarship organizations. Get ready, though – this awesome opportunity won't be available until January 2027!