There is a particular kind of political jiu-jitsu that shows up every session in Concord: take a word conservatives like, twist it 15 degrees, and use it to do something conservatives should hate.
HB1512 is that move.
The bill would let a town hold a referendum to decide whether families in that town may access Education Freedom Accounts (EFAs). Vote “no,” and even otherwise-eligible families get blocked. Not by their own choices, not by program rules, not by funding caps, but by the local majority.
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The Education Tax Credit (ETC) program offers New Hampshire businesses an opportunity to support school choice while benefiting from significant tax savings. Through this program, businesses can donate to the Children’s Scholarship Fund (CSF) to help fund K-12 scholarships for low- and middle-income families in New Hampshire and receive an 85% Education Tax Credit against the Business Profits Tax (BPT) and Business Enterprise Tax (BET).
Businesses interested in participating in the Education Tax Credit program for the 2025-2026 school year must adhere to the following deadlines:
For more information: Education Tax Credit Program
Applying for the Education Tax Credit is simple and efficient, especially when using the online Granite Tax Connect system.
The Granite Tax Connect online system offers a faster and more convenient way to apply and make payments using Direct Debit.
By participating in the Education Tax Credit program, businesses can:
New Hampshire businesses have the power to make a difference in the lives of students while receiving a generous tax credit. Don’t miss this opportunity—apply now and contribute before the deadlines! For more information and to apply, visit: Children’s Scholarship Fund Tax Credit Program.
This blog post contributed by Tom Luther
The first Education Options (EdOpt) expo is just over a week away, on Saturday Aug 10, from 10:30am to 12:30pm at the Richards Free Library in Newport NH.
There will be a number of tables where you can have one-on-one conversations with experts about different options for educating your children.
Statewide resources will include:
Regional resources will include:
In addition, people from EdOpt will be available to walk you through additional options and answer any questions you may have.
Let us know you’re coming in the Facebook event. You can also drop us a line.
Our 2nd expo in Newport, featuring a different set of experts, will be Wednesday Aug 28, from 6 to 7:30pm. Stay tuned!
EdOpt is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our mission is to provide information, support, and connections to families who want to explore education options.
Our board is made up of volunteers who do not take a salary. We accept tax-deductible donations to help us with our mission.
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