SB3118

Income tax; implement pilot program authorizing credit for educational expenses, awarded by lottery system.

Failed·2/25/26
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Mississippi SB3118 proposes a pilot program for an income tax credit for educational expenses for K-12 students.

Mississippi SB3118 proposes a pilot program to authorize an income tax credit for eligible educational expenses paid by a parent or legal guardian on behalf of a dependent K-12 student. The credit is limited to $2,500 per student per year and can be carried forward for five years if unused. The selection of taxpayers for the credit is made through a lottery system, and the aggregate amount of credits awarded in any calendar year cannot exceed $20,000,000. The program is limited to expenses incurred in 2026.

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History

Feb 25

Senate

Died In Committee

Feb 17

Senate

Referred To Finance