Chris Cargill
Idaho parental choice tax credit window closes for 2026 – here’s what we know about its future
One of the defining features of Idaho’s program is that the support goes directly to parents.
Has the U.S. Department of Education improved anything?
States and local communities understand their students far better than distant federal agencies in Washington, D.C.
Why are so many governments serving as the collection agency for unions?
Private organizations — especially those engaged in lobbying and electoral politics — should stand on their own.
Let the cameras roll: Idaho’s important step toward improved transparency
Clarity matters. When the law is vague, some officials push boundaries
“May hurt somebody” – Lawmakers who opposed Idaho’s parental choice tax credit advance new attack
If opponents believe the Parental Choice Tax Credit was a mistake, they should say so plainly and argue for repeal
COMPLETE VICTORY: Idaho Supreme Court upholds parental choice tax credit
That outcome underscores just how completely the petitioners lost.
New legislation requires Idaho government to show its work
Public meetings across the state are often inaccessible in practice, even when they are technically “open.”
Analysis: Idaho Supreme Court appears likely to uphold parental choice tax credit
The Court’s skepticism today suggests it is not eager to become a policymaking institution.
Six things to watch: Friday’s Idaho Supreme Court hearing on parental choice tax credit
Petitioners argue the tax credit is unconstitutional because taxpayers—and parents—might use it in ways petitioners dislike
Idaho families just sent a message too large to ignore
Thousands of families showed up on day one