Rick Scott Expected to Sign Controversial HB 7069 into Law

A controversial K-12 education bill is expected to become law Thursday after Gov. Rick Scott gave the legislation his blessing despite mixed reactions over whether or not the bill would truly be a boost to the state's public school students.

Scott's office announced he would be signing HB 7069 at Morning Star Catholic School in Orlando Thursday afternoon.

The bill was a top priority for House Speaker Richard Corcoran, R-Land O'Lakes, but most public school officials vehemently opposed the measure. 

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