La. bishops support tax rebates, scholarships

February 27, 2012
Because of the scholarship program already in place, Catholic schools are often the only opportunity for economically disadvantaged young people to receive a quality education.
The Louisiana Conference of Catholic Bishops therefore supports Governor Jindal’s plan to expand statewide the Student Scholarships for Educational Excellence program for the 2012‐13 school year. Annual surveys show parents and students in Orleans Parish are very happy with this effective program.
We also support the governor’s plan to create a rebate for donations to nonprofit organizations that offer scholarships to low-income students to attend private school. These organizations have successfully helped parents place their children in private schools in other states.
– Louisiana Conference of Catholic Bishops