Washington’s Education Freedom Decision | Spokane News

A new federal program could unlock hundreds of millions in tax credits for Washington families to fund student education—school supplies, tutoring, even private school tuition—but only if Governor Bob Ferguson enrolls the state by 2027. While 29 other states have already signed on, Washington is waiting for final rules before deciding. Supporters say it’s a powerful tool to expand educational choice and boost public schools through indirect funding, while critics fear it’s a disguised voucher program that could drain resources from public schools. The catch? Scholarships are capped at $1,700 per student, and eligibility depends on family income and nonprofit participation—plus, there’s still uncertainty about cross-state use, especially for students near Idaho. With the deadline looming, Ferguson must weigh big potential benefits against looming risks. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/35a1b5cfdb70b830