(Nevada Policy) – As the National School Choice Week comes to its end, we have important news to share for Nevada families!
Governor Joe Lombardo has announced that Nevada has officially opted into the federal tax credit scholarship program, opening the door for new education opportunities for students across the state.
What does this mean for Nevada families?
This federal program allows individuals to receive a federal tax credit (up to $1,700) when they donate to approved Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs). Those organizations then provide scholarships to K–12 students for education-related expenses such as private school tuition, tutoring, technology, and other learning supports.
Because Nevada has opted in, families here will now be able to benefit from scholarships funded through this program—bringing new options and resources into the state without creating a new state-funded program.
Simply put: more flexibility, more opportunity, and more support for families looking for the best educational fit for their children.
Why does this matter?
Nevada families have been asking for more education options, and this decision creates a new pathway to expand access—especially for families who have been priced out of alternatives. Importantly, this program does not take money away from public schools and does not require new state spending.
It also ensures that Nevada families can benefit directly, rather than seeing federal tax dollars flow to education programs in other states.
Stay tuned
There is more to come. As details are publicized, we’ll be sharing:
- Easy-to-follow explainers on how the program works
- Information on eligibility and next steps for families
- What to watch for as the program rolls out in Nevada
Click here if you’d like to be the first to receive Nevada Policy’s Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program Resource Kit when it is released next week. Our goal is to make this policy clear, useful, and accessible for families across the state.
Thank you for being part of this community and for staying engaged in Nevada education policy. We’re excited to share more soon.
Best,
The Nevada Policy Team
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