Expanding educational opportunities for all Illinois students is a no-brainer. Our state had the invest in kids act that was a blessing for over 9,000 students before the general assembly allowed it to sunset in 2023.
Now, we have the educational choice for children’s act, a federal initiative that aims to provide tax credits for donations to scholarship granting organizations. This Federal initiative does not cost taxpayers a dime and helps families support tuition tutors, specialized services for disabilities, books and transportation, and many more.
Donors can give up to $1,700 and receive a tax credit of one hundred percent for that expenditure. So far, 30 states, even the conservative state of New York, has opted into this program. I strongly urge the state of Illinois to join other states that support educational choice for children’s act.
It is vitally important we provide students with quality education through community support, and the program will help. There is no risk involved, only better opportunities for our young students. Illinois donor dollars should support Illinois students, that’s just common sense. Saying no to this program costs Illinois families and communities, and saying no because of the party in power is just wrong.
Governor, it’s not too late. Opt Illinois into the educational choice for children act today.