California
EFTC status in California
Governor Gavin Newsom (D) has been silent. No public statement for or against. Strong institutional opposition from teachers unions.
What you can do now
1. Contact your governor
The governor must file IRS Form 15714 to opt in. Use our advocacy kit to send a personalized letter.
2. Rally your legislators
State legislators can pressure the governor to act. Build an advocacy kit with letters to your senators and representatives.
3. Organize your community
Recruit other school leaders, parents, and community members, and attend education committee hearings.
4. Prepare your school
Identify eligible families, prepare documentation, and understand SGO requirements so you are ready when your state opts in.
The latest from California
As of the IRS update on June 8, 2026, California was not among the 27 states that had filed an advance election to participate in the federal Education Freedom Tax Credit. Governor Gavin Newsom has not publicly announced a decision, and California remains undecided as the January 1, 2027 opt-in deadline approaches. June 8, 2026 · Internal Revenue Service (IR-2026-76) Read Full Article
