Higher Education issues received mention in the opening speeches by the Governor, House Speaker and Senate President (see related story). But Higher Education will share the spotlight with children's issues, economic development and welfare reform. Additionally, Governor Chiles called for bipartisanship during this election year session.
Both the House and Senate Education Committees met last week. I have summarized, in the Spotlight on Bills section of this newsletter, several bills which may be of interest to you. The Governor's Recommended Budget will be discussed in the Senate the week of March 11th. The House also has scheduled budget workshops.
Please feel free to contact me with any concerns, questions or copies of bills and their analysis, at 644-4453 or by e-mail kdaly@govrel.fsu.edu. -- Kathleen Daly