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Did marijuana law pass in Florida
Current Legal Status (2025):
- Recreational Marijuana: Still illegal.
- Medical Marijuana: Legal for qualifying patients with a valid medical marijuana card.
Amendment 3 (2024):
- A proposed constitutional amendment to legalize recreational marijuana for adults aged 21+.
- Would have allowed possession of:
- Up to 3 ounces of cannabis.
- Up to 5 grams of concentrate.
- Also would have allowed licensed medical marijuana dispensaries to sell recreational cannabis.
Election Outcome:
- Appeared on the November 2024 ballot.
- Received approximately 56% of the vote.
- Failed to pass due to not reaching Florida’s required 60% supermajority for constitutional amendments.
Support and Opposition:
- Supported by: Cannabis companies (notably medical marijuana providers), legalization advocacy groups.
- Opposed by: State political leadership, including the governor, and conservative donor groups.
- Key arguments against included public safety concerns and social impact.
Aftermath and Future Outlook:
- The cannabis industry experienced economic setbacks after the measure failed.
- Recreational marijuana remains illegal, despite growing public support.
- A similar amendment may be proposed for the 2026 ballot, but new state laws have made it more difficult to qualify initiatives, with stricter petition and circulation rules.
Summary:
Florida voters supported marijuana reform in majority, but not by enough to change the law. Recreational use remains illegal, and future efforts face increased regulatory challenges.
