Mayes vs. ESAs: The Attorney General Declares War on Families

The ESA program is popular among parents for its flexibility in education choices. However, Attorney General Kris Mayes is attempting to restrict the program by enforcing a narrow interpretation that limits approved purchases to items required by a written curriculum. This new rule contrasts with the ESA’s long-standing practices and could burden families with unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles. The Goldwater Institute is pushing back, arguing that the AG’s restrictions undermine the program’s purpose.