Gov. Scott Visits ʦapp to Sign College Affordability Bill
Florida Gov. Rick Scott visited ʦapp to sign HB 7019, a bill that will offer more affordable higher education in the state.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott ceremonially signs college affordability legislation at ʦapp.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott visited ʦapp to sign HB 7019, a bill that will offer more affordable higher education in the state.
“It was an honor to host Gov. Scott at ʦapp,” said ʦapp President John Kelly. “We are so thankful for all that he has done for ʦapp and his commitment to higher education.”
The new legislation provides greater transparency to ʦapp regarding college costs; helps hold the line on graduate school tuition; informs ʦapp of required and recommended textbooks before the start of classes; requires Florida colleges and universities to adopt policies that make textbooks more affordable; and requires the Board of Governors and the State Board of Education to annually study and make recommendations on how to make college more affordable.
The new law will go into effect July 1. Click to watch Gov. Scott ceremonially sign the bill.
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