Us Congress House Bill HB2798

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/9/25
• Refer: 4/9/25

Caption

High-Quality Charter Schools Act

Impact

The implementation of HB2798 would significantly impact state laws related to educational financing. By providing tax benefits for donations to charter schools, the bill aims to enhance the funding available for charter school initiatives, possibly leading to increased educational options for families. Supporters argue that such measures could stimulate both the establishment and expansion of high-quality charter schools, particularly in underserved communities. This could alter the landscape of public education funding, favoring charter schools over traditional public schools as a source of educational choice.

Summary

House Bill 2798, known as the High-Quality Charter Schools Act, seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code to introduce a tax credit for individuals who make charitable donations aimed at the creation or expansion of charter schools. This bill would allow taxpayers to claim 75% of their qualified contributions as a tax credit, which can be up to 10% of their adjusted gross income or $5,000, whichever is greater. The intent behind this legislation is to incentivize donations to charter schools, thereby facilitating their growth and sustainability.

Contention

Critics of HB2798 raise concerns regarding the implications of incentivizing funding for charter schools through tax credits. Some argue that this could divert critical funding away from traditional public schools and exacerbate disparities in educational resources. Moreover, the bill’s provisions might lead to increased governmental oversight over charter schools if the tax credits hinge on compliance with certain accountability measures. Sceptics fear that the expansion of such tax credits could prioritize privatization in education at the expense of equitable public schooling, raising questions regarding the effectiveness and accountability of charter organizations.