Although medical marijuana use remains legal in the Sunshine State, a ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida is expected to fail, Decision Desk headquarters said. Ta.
Florida's Third Amendment allows adults 21 and older to possess, purchase, and use marijuana for non-medical purposes. Under state law, the amendment needed a 60 percent supermajority to pass.
In 2016, Florida passed an amendment with 71 percent support, legalizing the use of medical marijuana. The proposed amendment would limit possession to 3 ounces. The amendment would not change possession limits or other restrictions on marijuana use in the state constitution.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (Republican) speak out against him They argued that the amendment would stink up the state and “reduce the quality of life.” He, along with the Florida Chamber of Commerce, also argued that the amendment's language would block laws restricting outdoor use.
Two attorneys representing the nonprofit organization Smart and Safe Florida, which sponsored the amendment, wrote: Tampa Bay Times editorial It called these claims “baseless.”
“If voters approve the amendment, Congress will have full power to regulate or ban the use of cannabis in public places, as it already does with tobacco and alcohol.” they wrote.
it is Marijuana use remains illegal In public places, except for low-level THC.
Former President Trump, who is a registered voter in Florida, expressed support for the Third Amendment. Post on Truth Social He says he plans to vote for legalization.
“As I have stated previously, I believe it is time to end the unnecessary arrest and incarceration of adults for small amounts of marijuana for personal use,” the post said. “We also need to put in place sensible regulations while ensuring adults have access to safe and tested products.”
“As a Floridian, I intend to vote yes on Amendment 3 this November,” he continued. “As President, we will continue to focus on research to unlock the medical use of marijuana for Schedule 3 drugs and implement common-sense measures such as safe banking for state-chartered businesses and support for states’ rights to pass marijuana laws. We're going to work with Congress to pass legislation.''In places like Florida, it's working very well for the people. ”
