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Vermont Weighs Tax Credit for Education | Burlington News
Vermont is poised to tap into a federal tax credit program that could unlock up to $1,700 per child for education—potentially covering private school tuition or even public after-school and summer programs. Targeting families earning under $250,000, the Education Freedom Tax Credit has sparked debate: lawmakers worried it favors private schools, but new federal signals may allow public school use, easing some concerns. Still, skeptics fear it could divert funds from public education or benefit only a few. Control over participation is also contested—with some favoring the legislature over…
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