Florida Faces Crucial Decision On Cannabis As Benzinga Kicks Off Industry Conference In Hollywood
Since the approval of the Compassionate Use Act in 2014, Florida has authorized medical cannabis for a variety of health conditions. This legislation has evolved over the years, allowing more patients access to cannabis treatments.
The law has expanded from allowing only low-THC cannabis for specific medical conditions to including full-strength marijuana for a wider range of diseases by 2016. Notably, 2019 marked another step forward as the state legislature approved smokable marijuana under its medical program.
Efforts to legalize recreational marijuana have seen less progress. Previous initiatives have not succeeded, mainly due to challenges over the wording of ballot proposals, particularly their failure to address the substance’s federal status. Ahead of the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference, here is what you need to know.
2024 Ballot Initiative: Recreational Marijuana
This year is critical for cannabis regulation in Florida, with a new initiative …