The Economic Times

Americans could get $1,700 back in a new tax credit; here's who qualifies and how to claim it

A new federal education tax credit is putting up to $1,700 back on the table for eligible Americans, and families across the U.S. are starting to pay attention. The new tax relief program allows taxpayers to claim major savings through approved education scholarship donations, while also helping students access school funding support. As more states move to join the plan, the education tax credit is quickly becoming one of the biggest trending U.S. tax benefit stories for 2026.