Accountability Act Parent-Taxpayer Refundable Tax Credits
Refundable Tax Credit in Alabama
About This Program
Part of the Alabama Accountability Act of 2013, this program provides a refundable tax credit to parents who transfer their child from a failing public school (D or F rated) to a non-failing public or private school. The credit equals 80% of the state's average per-pupil cost or actual tuition, whichever is less.
Eligibility Requirements
Students must be enrolled in or assigned to a priority school (D or F rated on state report card). Parents receive a refundable tax credit worth 80% of average per-pupil cost or actual cost of attendance, whichever is less.
Funding Details
Funding mechanism: Refundable income tax credit to parents
Approved Expenses
How to Apply
Alabama taxpayers can claim tax credits for donations to approved Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs) under the Accountability Act. Families seeking scholarships should apply directly through an approved SGO. Visit the Alabama Department of Revenue website for a list of approved SGOs.
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Disclaimer: This tool provides estimates based on publicly available program data. Always verify eligibility directly with your state's program administrator. Program rules, funding amounts, and application deadlines may change.