At the stroke of midnight, Thursday, January 15, 2026, Idaho families immediately began enrolling in the new “Idaho Parental Choice Tax Credit” program.
Why This Matters:
- The launch of the new tax credit is a bold step toward meeting the demands of Idaho families and students.
- Idaho families strongly support the Idaho Parental Choice Tax Credit program.
- 82% of Idaho parents support education freedom.
- 77% of parents expressed interest in participating in the program.
- 69% support giving families more choices in schools and resources.
- 64% approve of Idaho’s new education tax credit.
What We’re Saying:
“We are grateful to Governor Brad Little, former Representative Wendy Horman, Senator Lori Den Hartog, and Representative Jason Monks for their leadership in putting Idaho families first.
“We also applaud the Idaho State Tax Commission for its timely and effective rollout of the Idaho Parental Choice Tax Credit. This program expands real options for families by opening the door to a wider range of learning environments that reflect students’ unique needs, interests, and circumstances.
“The Idaho Parental Choice Tax Credit demonstrates the state’s unwavering belief in empowering families as the primary decision-makers in their children’s education by putting resources directly into the hands of families. Idaho is strengthening communities, broadening opportunity, and securing a brighter future for every child in the Gem State.”
– Heidie Nesset, vice president of implementation at yes. every kid. foundation.
Program Details:
- The tax credit allows eligible parents to claim a tax credit to pay for education-related expenses, including nonpublic school tuition, books, tutoring, curriculum, and certain transportation expenses.
- Tax credits range between $5,000 per student or up to $7,500 for children with qualifying disabilities.
- Priority will be given to households at or below 300% of the federal poverty level, which equals $93,600 for a family of four.
- The program is capped at $50 million.
- Families can continue to apply until March 15, 2026, and applications will be processed in the order they are received.
- To learn more or apply for the Idaho Parental Choice Tax Credit visit: https://myschoolchoice.idaho.gov.
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