FSBA Session Spotlight — January 10, 2018

2018 Legislative Session, Accountability, Advocacy, Budget, Curriculum, Elections, Exceptional Students, Facilities, FSBA Session Spotlight, Health & Safety, Higher Education, In the News, Legal News, Legislation, Public Records, School Boards, School Choice, Voucher

There were several bills of interest considered in committee meetings today. These bills address public records and meetings, the McKay Scholarship program, students with disabilities, the Florida Price Level Index, graduation requirements, instructional materials, and impact fees.  Please click on the links below for our report on outcome of action on these bills and to…

House Speaker Corcoran Vows Fight With Senate, Scott Over Education Taxes

2018 Legislative Session, Advocacy, Budget, Florida Schools, In the News, Legal News, Legislation

Florida House Speaker Richard Corcoran says he won’t raise taxes—either directly or indirectly. Corcoran took aim at the Florida Senate, stating he will also fight any plan that allows an increase in property tax revenue through higher property values to be counted toward public school funding. Read More