IDAHO
Tax Credits for Home Schoolers
House Bill 342, introduced in the Idaho House of Representatives, would provide a $1,000 tax credit for each qualified dependent child between the ages of seven and 16 years who does not attend public school in Idaho, but is in compliance with Idaho compulsory attendance requirements.
Although HSLDA opposes vouchers, we do not oppose tax credits. Unlike vouchers, there are no strings attached to tax credits—no direct potential for governmental involvement. This bill addresses our concerns by clarifying that no educational institution shall be considered a recipient of governmental assistance because the institution accepts tax credits.
Tax credit bills are strongly opposed by the public education establishment which recognizes their potential for destroying the public education monopoly. If you are interested in receiving tax credits for your children, contact your representative and voice your support for H.B. 342.
