Nevada
Opted in on January 23, 2026
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Joe Lombardo
Governor , R
“I enrolled Nevada into the Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program to empower families with the freedom to choose education options that best fit their children's needs.”
Governor Joe Lombardo, January 23, 2026 (press release)
FSTC Status in Nevada
Governor Joe Lombardo formally announced Nevada's opt-in on January 23, 2026.
Great news!
Nevada has opted in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC).
Governor formally announced opt-in; submitted advance election to participate.
FSTC Readiness Checklist for Nevada Schools
Nevada has opted in to the FSTC. Use this 7-step checklist to prepare your school for participation.
Confirm Eligibility
Verify your school is an eligible K-12 institution (private, religious, or homeschool cooperative) under FSTC program rules.
Identify SGOs
Research which Scholarship Granting Organizations operate in Nevada. Contact them to understand application processes and timelines.
Estimate Family Eligibility
Use the FSTC Income Eligibility Calculator to estimate how many of your families fall within the 300% median income threshold.
Open CalculatorPrepare Documentation
Gather documentation of qualifying educational expenses: tuition, fees, tutoring, curriculum materials, and educational therapy costs.
Designate a Coordinator
Assign an FSTC coordinator to manage scholarship applications, SGO partnerships, and family communications.
Develop Communication Plan
Create materials to inform families about FSTC eligibility, the application process, and covered expenses. Plan for information sessions and one-on-one support.
Build SGO Relationships
Establish relationships with at least one SGO before the application window opens. Understand their requirements, reporting expectations, and disbursement timelines.
Recent News
On June 8, 2026, the IRS announced in release IR-2026-76 that 27 states, including Nevada, had elected to participate in the new federal scholarship tax credit program created by the One Big Beautiful Bill, confirming Governor Joe Lombardo's January 2026 opt-in. States opt in by filing IRS Form 15714, and beginning January 1, 2027 donors may claim a federal credit of up to $1,700 for contributions to qualified scholarship granting organizations.
· Internal Revenue Service (IR-2026-76)
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