On September 2, 2026, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York will become a participant in the federal school‑choice tax credit program. The initiative permits taxpayers to receive a credit for contributions made to organizations that support public and private education.
The move proceeds despite opposition from teachers unions and senior state officials. The program, championed by former President Trump, offers tax incentives for donations to educational groups, and New York had not taken part in it before this announcement.