Which states have opted into Section 25F?
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Existing school choice infrastructure accelerated opt-in process. State approval process established through Department of Revenue.
Updated 2026-02
No legislation introduced. State has limited existing private school infrastructure.
Updated 2026-03
Arizona's long-standing school choice program provided ready infrastructure for Section 25F opt-in. One of the first states to complete approval process framework.
Updated 2026-01
Opted in via Education Freedom Act amendment. State approval administered through Department of Education.
Updated 2026-02
No opt-in legislation introduced. Political environment not favorable to school choice expansion.
Updated 2026-03
Legislative study committee formed. No bill introduced. Timeline uncertain.
Updated 2026-03
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
Florida's extensive school choice infrastructure made opt-in straightforward. Scholarship organizations familiar with compliance processes. Fast-track approval available.
Updated 2026-01
Existing tax credit scholarship program provided regulatory foundation. State approval through Department of Revenue.
Updated 2026-02
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
Opt-in bill passed Senate; awaiting House vote. Passage expected before session ends.
Updated 2026-03
Legislative hearings held. No bill introduced. Outcome uncertain.
Updated 2026-03
Indiana's existing scholarship tax credit program adapted smoothly to Section 25F requirements.
Updated 2026-02
Opted in as part of 2026 education package. Approval process administered through Department of Education.
Updated 2026-02
Bill introduced and in committee. Bipartisan support expected.
Updated 2026-03
Legislation passed in early 2026 session. Approval process under development.
Updated 2026-02
Louisiana's existing scholarship programs provided regulatory infrastructure. Among the first states to establish an approval process.
Updated 2026-01
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
No opt-in legislation introduced. Political environment not favorable.
Updated 2026-03
Governor's office studying opt-in. No legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
Opted in early with bipartisan support. Approval process established through Department of Education.
Updated 2026-02
Existing scholarship tax credit infrastructure supported quick opt-in. Approval process operational.
Updated 2026-02
Legislation passed in 2026 session with strong support.
Updated 2026-02
Bill advancing through unicameral legislature. Expected to pass.
Updated 2026-03
Bill introduced with bipartisan co-sponsors. Committee hearing scheduled.
Updated 2026-03
New Hampshire's Education Freedom Account program provided existing infrastructure. Opt-in process completed early.
Updated 2026-01
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
North Carolina's Opportunity Scholarship program provided model for Section 25F opt-in. Early mover.
Updated 2026-01
Legislation passed with strong legislative support. Approval process through Department of Public Instruction.
Updated 2026-02
Ohio's multiple existing scholarship tax credit programs supported rapid opt-in.
Updated 2026-02
Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit program infrastructure adapted for Section 25F.
Updated 2026-02
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
Pennsylvania's EITC and OSTC programs provided extensive existing infrastructure. One of the largest SGO markets.
Updated 2026-01
Study commission formed. Report expected mid-2026.
Updated 2026-03
South Carolina Education Scholarship Trust Fund infrastructure adapted. Approval process operational.
Updated 2026-02
Legislation passed. Approval process in development.
Updated 2026-02
Tennessee Education Savings Account program provided existing regulatory framework.
Updated 2026-02
Texas school choice legislation passed in early 2026 special session included Section 25F opt-in. Large SGO market.
Updated 2026-02
Utah's Carson Smith Scholarship program provided infrastructure. Early opt-in.
Updated 2026-01
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
Bill introduced and advancing. Governor's support anticipated.
Updated 2026-03
No opt-in legislation introduced.
Updated 2026-03
West Virginia Hope Scholarship Act provided existing model. Among earliest to opt in.
Updated 2026-01
Wisconsin's Milwaukee Parental Choice Program and statewide program provided extensive existing infrastructure.
Updated 2026-02
Bill introduced. Legislature in short session; outcome uncertain.
Updated 2026-03
Data disclaimer: This tracker reflects our best current understanding of state opt-in status based on publicly available legislative information. State legislative and regulatory status changes frequently. This information is provided for planning and orientation purposes only — it is not legal advice, and it may be incomplete or out of date. Verify current status with qualified counsel before making formation or operational decisions.
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