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Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit set for Jan. 1, 2027 launch; states urged to opt in

A new federal tax credit designed to expand access to K-12 scholarships is preparing for its nationwide launch in January.

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WJLA· Oct 6, 6:27 PMFederal Education Freedom Tax Credit set for Jan. 1, 2027 launch; states urged to opt in

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