The Libertarian Party of Florida on Tuesday endorsed the recreational marijuana amendment appearing on the state’s 2024 election ballot. “The Libertarian Party of Florida is pleased to endorse Amendment 3, which marks a significant step forward in the legalization of marijuana,” said Matthew Johnson, the party's vice chair and communications committee chair, in a … [Read more...] about Florida’s Libertarian Party backs Amendment 3, recreational marijuana ballot measure
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Opinion (On Florida Legalization)
Legalizing recreational marijuana in Florida will be an ecological disaster in ways voters may not fully comprehend. Growing marijuana has a carbon footprint that easily exceeds most polluting industries. Colorado State University researchers write that the greenhouse gas emissions of Colorado’s marijuana industry (2.6 megatons of carbon dioxide) exceed those of the state’s … [Read more...] about Opinion (On Florida Legalization)
Black farmers could get medical-marijuana licenses under bill signed by DeSantis
At least three additional Black farmers could be in line for medical-marijuana licenses as part of a wide-ranging Department of Health bill that Gov. Ron DeSantis signed this week. The bill (SB 1582) would help at least three Black farmers who sought licenses but were deemed ineligible to apply by state officials. Lawmakers passed the bill in March, the second year in a row … [Read more...] about Black farmers could get medical-marijuana licenses under bill signed by DeSantis
Florida’s Legalization Campaign Has Raised More Money Than Any Marijuana Ballot Measure In History
Florida is on its fifth try to legalize recreational marijuana with a ballot initiative, and more money is pouring into supporting the measure than any other like it that came before. If it passes the 60 percent supermajority required by the state to ratify ballot measures, Florida would join 16 other states and territories that have legalized recreational marijuana by ballot … [Read more...] about Florida’s Legalization Campaign Has Raised More Money Than Any Marijuana Ballot Measure In History
‘Billions’ for schools? What we can VERIFY about Florida’s recreational marijuana ballot measure
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — This November, voters in Florida will decide whether to legalize recreational marijuana for adults. If approved by at least 60% of voters, the proposal will amend the state’s constitution to allow adults 21 and older to possess, purchase or use marijuana for non-medical purposes. Florida would join 24 other states that have legalized recreational … [Read more...] about ‘Billions’ for schools? What we can VERIFY about Florida’s recreational marijuana ballot measure
Moms for cannabis? Pro-marijuana ad says a legal market is a safer one
Smart & Safe Florida went on the air with a new ad promoting Amendment 3. A new television ad boosting recreational marijuana is pushing for decriminalization as a matter of public health. The 20-second video, entitled “Fact,” features a woman speaking directly to the camera, acting as a Florida mom while offering legalized marijuana as a better path than leaving a black … [Read more...] about Moms for cannabis? Pro-marijuana ad says a legal market is a safer one
Examining the facts behind claims in Florida marijuana campaign ads
As we get closer to the November elections, WPTV is examining the claims made by the groups spending millions of dollars to sway your vote. This week, a group called Smart and Safe Florida spent more than $5 million, blitzing the airwaves with four ads that make multiple claims to convince you to vote “yes” on Amendment 3, which would legalize and regulate recreational … [Read more...] about Examining the facts behind claims in Florida marijuana campaign ads
Chamber survey shows marijuana support high, but shy of passage
Support for legalizing recreation remains high, but is still shy of the threshold needed to amend Florida’s Constitution. That’s according to a poll released by the Florida Chamber of Commerce, which found 58% of Floridians ready to support Amendment 3 on the November ballot. About 37% of those polled oppose the measure and only 5% remain undecided. In order for a proposed … [Read more...] about Chamber survey shows marijuana support high, but shy of passage
Coast Guard offloads $185 million in cocaine and marijuana on return from deployment
The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Mohawk offloaded a huge haul of cocaine and marijuana on Friday at Port Everglades that it and other agencies and service branches seized during a deployment patrolling the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean. The 13,803 pounds of cocaine and 3,736 pounds of marijuana have a total estimated street value of $185 million, the Coast Guard said … [Read more...] about Coast Guard offloads $185 million in cocaine and marijuana on return from deployment
Florida Republican Formally Opposes Marijuana Legalization Initiative
The Florida Republican Party has formally declared its opposition to a constitutional amendment ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana in the state, saying the initiative would “benefit powerful marijuana special interests, while putting children at risk and endangering Florida’s family-friendly business and tourism climates.” Florida voters will decide on the ballot … [Read more...] about Florida Republican Formally Opposes Marijuana Legalization Initiative
