Student Funding Access Requires State Opt-In in Maryland and Delaware
What happened
A new student funding mechanism, the EFTC, will begin on January 1, 2027. For students to access this tax credit in their 2027 tax filings, the state governor must opt in. Neither Maryland nor Delaware has yet opted in, and states must make their decision by December 31.
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Why it matters
The availability of the EFTC tax credit is contingent on the state's decision to opt in. If Maryland or Delaware do not opt in, students in those states will not be able to utilize the funding mechanism for the 2027 tax year.
Governors and legislators in Maryland and Delaware must take action regarding this funding access.
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Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- University of DelawareSpeculative
The university might see changes in revenue based on the state's opt-in decision controlling student funding availability.
- board of educationSpeculative
The board of education may need to review policy and implement new funding structures.
- Maryland State Department of EducationSpeculative
The Maryland State Department of Education could be involved in managing funding access if the state opts in.
- Bowie State UniversitySpeculative
Bowie State University might see changes in enrollment or student financial stability based on funding access.
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