As these things so often go in Tallahassee, the House version of SB6 passed in the middle of the night last night.
I was surprised not to see anything on SB6 on the board, because this wildly unpopular bill was supported for our two Yes Men -- Sen. Don Gaetz and Rep. Marti Coley both voted yes.
For background on the bill, the fabulous Sen. Dave Aronberg (candidate for AG) puts it best --
Ditto that last sentence. Call Gov. Crist!
I was surprised not to see anything on SB6 on the board, because this wildly unpopular bill was supported for our two Yes Men -- Sen. Don Gaetz and Rep. Marti Coley both voted yes.
For background on the bill, the fabulous Sen. Dave Aronberg (candidate for AG) puts it best --
Dear Friends,
A majority of the Florida House of Representatives just joined the Senate in passing Senate Bill 6, which poses the greatest threat to public education that I have seen in my 8 years in the legislature.
This legislation is not about reform. It is about punishment of teachers. It is based on the arrogant view that Tallahassee bureaucrats and politicians are better suited to guide a child's education than their teachers, principals and parents.
I am calling upon the Governor to veto this bad billthat will send good teachers packing and will threaten our children, our schools and our businesses.
Join me in urging a veto by e-mailing Governor Crist at Charlie.Crist@MyFlorida.com or by calling (850) 488-7146.
Sincerely,
Dave
Ditto that last sentence. Call Gov. Crist!