TN will almost certainly opt in
Yes, there’s a federal school voucher scheme.
Yes, it’s a tax giveaway to the rich.
Yes, it also means private school coupons for wealthy families.
States will have to opt in so residents can access the federal coupons.
While there are between 7-10 states unlikely to opt in, Tennessee joins the majority of states likely to participate. Of course, the Volunteer State already has its own private school coupon plan – one that will cost state taxpayers more than $140 million this year alone.
