Governor Andy Beshear has vetoed House Bill 1 that would create a new section in Kentucky law to enable participation in the qualified elementary and secondary education scholarship federal tax credit established under federal law.
The program allows individuals who make qualifying contributions to scholarship-granting organizations to receive tax benefits.
The bill was sent to Beshear’s desk after passing the Senate on February 27.
Supporters say it would give Kentucky families more choices over their child’s education. Opponents worry it would hurt public schools.
In a social media, Beshear said, “Kentuckians have said loud and clear: Public dollars should only be used for public education. The Republican supermajority hasn’t listened. I have.”
Beshear said he was “standing with our people” by vetoing House Bill 1.
The bill now go back to the House and Senate, who can override Beshear’s veto.
Source: WBKO
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