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Mississippi House passes tax credit expansion bill

By Cameron Smith Feb 25, 2026 | 4:39 PM

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi House passed a bill that would expand tax credits under the Children’s Promise Act for donations given to foster care and educational nonprofits. A majority of lawmakers are for the bill, but critics are concerned about funds potentially going to private schools. State Rep. Trey Lamar (R-District 8) said […]