The South Carolina Supreme Court ruled that allowing taxpayer money for private school tuition violates the constitution, reinforcing the commitment to public education.
The court noted that the law directly benefits private schools, stating, 'A parent who chooses to use a scholarship to pay their child's private school tuition is undoubtedly using public funds to provide a direct benefit to the private school.'
Justice Gary Hill emphasized that the ruling maintains the state's commitment to public education established through the 1972 constitutional amendment, aimed at ensuring free education for all.
The ruling reflects a national trend evaluated by scholars, highlighting that at least 16 states operate similar voucher programs, indicating a widespread debate on public funding for private education.
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