What do the new U.S. Treasury regulations mean for the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC), and how can states, schools, scholarship granting organizations (SGOs), and families prepare for its launch on January 1, 2027? In this GSVtv podcast, Jorge Elorza, CEO, Democrats for Education Reform (DFER); Heidie Nesset, Vice President, Implementation, yes. every kid. foundation; and Leslie Hiner, Senior Advisor, Legal Policy, EdChoice, sit down with Electra Frelinghuysen, Director of Product at GSV Summit, to break down the latest proposed Treasury regulations and what they mean for the future of K-12 education funding and school choice. The conversation explores how the new federal education tax credit works, including the $1,700 individual tax credit and $3,400 credit for married couples filing jointly, the role of scholarship granting organizations, state opt-in requirements, and the steps needed to prepare for implementation in 2027. The panel also discusses how tax credit scholarships could expand access to tutoring, transportation, educational technology, special education services, and private school tuition while supporting students attending both public and private schools. From SGO certification and IRS compliance to education equity, bipartisan state participation, and the future of flexible education funding, this discussion offers practical insights for policymakers, nonprofit leaders, educators, and families navigating the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program.
