Capitol Chatter: May 11

Scott appoints higher ed group
Gov. Rick Scott went against the higher education establishment and the business community when he vetoed a bill that would have allowed the University of Florida and Florida State University to raise tuition rates above the maximum allowed by the state.

The Governor's decision to side with students and parents however did not end the issue. He has appointed a task force that will take an in-depth look at higher education reform in Florida's public institutions.

“The state has a vested interest in ensuring its higher education system produces world-class talent to serve as engaged citizens and meet the demands of Florida's emerging knowledge-based economy,” Scott said announcing the task force.