Florida’s education commissioner issued an order to Broward and Alachua counties’ school board officials, saying they have 48 hours to comply with the state’s mandate to allow parents and students to opt out of wearing masks. “It is important to remember that this issue is about ensuring local school board members, elected politicians, follow the law,” Florida Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran said in a statement on Friday. If Broward and Alachua county school board officials do not comply, they will face immediate financial penalties, said the Florida Department of Education. “If the School Board of Broward County fails to provide the requested compensation information within the 48 hour period, the Florida Department of Education shall withhold state funds based on the most recent appropriations estimate until the school board provides the current estimate,” according to a letter (pdf) sent by the agency to the school boards. The Broward County School District …