Idaho abruptly ended its Empowering Parents grant program, which provided funds for public school students' educational resources, shortly after establishing a significant tax credit for private school tuition. The Idaho Freedom Foundation advocated redirecting the grant's funding to the private school tax credit. This action disproportionately benefits wealthier families, a pattern observed in similar programs elsewhere. The tax credits lack the oversight present in the grant program, allowing for less accountability in spending. Democratic Representative Soñia Galaviz criticized the decision, highlighting its negative impact on low-income families. Republican Senator Camille Blaylock, who spearheaded the effort to end the grants, denied intending to shift funds from public to private schools, citing the grants' supposed drift from their original purpose. However, legislative records show the program's intent included technological support, directly contradicting Blaylock's claims. Governor Brad Little initially praised the program's success, but later supported its termination, citing the end of the pandemic. School officials like Jason Sevy believe the grant program was a stepping stone towards broader voucher initiatives, ultimately disadvantaging low-income families. The decision leaves many public school students without crucial resources like laptops and tutoring.