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Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts

Maura Healey

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EFTC Status in Massachusetts

Governor Maura Healey (D) is undecided, awaiting further information. Massachusetts Teachers Association is "fully opposed."

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Massachusetts has not yet opted in to the Education Freedom Tax Credit. Your voice can make the difference.

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What You Can Do Now

While Massachusetts has not yet opted in, there are concrete steps you can take to prepare your school and advocate for participation.

1

Contact Your Governor

The governor must file IRS Form 15714 to opt in. Use our advocacy kit to send a personalized letter.

2

Rally Your Legislators

State legislators can pressure the governor to act. Build an advocacy kit with letters to your senators and representatives.

3

Organize Your Community

Recruit other school leaders, parents, and community members. Attend town halls and education committee hearings.

4

Prepare Your School

Get ahead by identifying eligible families, preparing documentation, and understanding SGO requirements so you are ready when your state opts in.

Recent News

Governor Maura Healey remains undecided on whether Massachusetts will opt into the federal Education Freedom Tax Credit, with her administration saying it is waiting on U.S. Treasury and Department of Education guidance, which Treasury expects to issue as proposed regulations by late September 2026. As of June 2026, the IRS reported 27 states have elected into the federal program and Massachusetts is not among them. The Pioneer Institute, former Lt. Gov. Tim Murray and the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce he leads, and Republican lawmakers are pressing Healey to opt in before the program takes effect January 1, 2027.

· State House News Service (via WWLP)

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