Politics & Government
Should Mass. Join The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program? Why A Teachers Union Says No.
One subject top of mind for administrators and staff is the new scholarship tax program, also known as the Education Freedom Tax Credit.
August 24, 2026
A Massachusetts teachers' union is calling on Gov. Maura Healey to opt out of the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program. Supporters argue this credit will help kids and cost the state nothing.
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Friday was a busy day at the Boys and Girls Club of Boston. From backpack giveaways to free lunches, kids are gearing up for the new school year to begin.
One subject top of mind for administrators and staff is the new scholarship tax program, also known as the Education Freedom Tax Credit. It allows individuals to donate up to $1,700 a year to approved nonprofit Scholarship Granting Organizations in exchange for a dollar-for-dollar tax credit.
Find out what's happening in Across Massachusettsfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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