School Choice Movement Seeks to Build on a Decade of Gains in 2026
With a federal tax credit launching and state programs expanding, supporters say 2026 could mark another turning point for school choice.
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US Solicitor General Backs Colorado Catholics in Dispute Over Universal Preschool Program
The United States solicitor general urged the Supreme Court to stop Colorado from excluding Catholic schools from the state’s universal preschool (UPK) program.
Catholic Leader Urges Support for School Choice, State Aid Amid Voucher Debate
Earlier this year, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law a $1 billion voucher program that will begin in early 2026.
New Bill Expands School Choice; Catholic Leaders Applaud, Urge Caution
Tax credits will be given to donors who contribute to nonprofit scholarship-granting organizations.
Ohio Bishops’ Conference Speaks Out Against Anti-School-Choice Ruling
The ruling is expected to be appealed. The 10th District Court of Appeals will hear the case next, after which it could go to the Ohio Supreme Court.
School Choice Boosts Catholic School Enrollment in Florida
In 2023, DeSantis signed a bill to expand opportunities for school choice.
Texas ‘School Choice’ Legislation Could Trigger Influx of Students to Catholic Schools
The legislation would create education savings accounts (ESAs) of about $10,893 per student — calculated as roughly 85% of what public schools receive per pupil — and allow home-schooling families to collect $2,000 per child.
First-Ever Private School-Choice Bill Passes in Idaho
If approved, qualifying students would be able to claim a refundable tax credit worth up to $5,000 to attend a nonpublic school. Students with disabilities could qualify for up to $7,500.
Catholic Leaders Push for $10 Billion Federal School Choice Program
Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington, Virginia, on Feb. 6 encouraged lawmakers to implement legislation that 'provides for an ever-greater spectrum of educational choice for families.'
Tennessee Bishops Welcome ‘Landmark’ School-Choice Voucher Program
The program builds off of a previous pilot program in which Tennessee had expanded school choice via an education savings account pilot program in several counties.
