Florida Governor Ron DeSantis heavily criticized the upcoming ballot measure that allows adult-use marijuana consumption within the state, citing its extremist nature and predicting its downfall on Election Day. He expressed concern that the passing of the adult-use marijuana initiative would lead to an absence of time, place, and manner restrictions that would ultimately result in the state, cities and towns emitting a strong scent of cannabis.
This commentary from the Governor comes after the state’s Supreme Court stated that the proposal met constitutional necessities. The measure will allow adult-use sales at registered medical marijuana treatment centers, and Floridians aged 21 and above may possess a maximum of 3 ounces of the substance. Despite the surveyors’ mixed results, there is a strong belief amongst industry professionals that this proposal will ultimately pass.
Although the inclusion of marijuana and abortion-rights initiatives on the same ballot could be a wildcard, given the state’s high-status standing as a crucial battleground state, with the Governor taking this particular initiative very seriously and with an unwavering stand against it.
