Florida

Florida GOP Governor Hopefuls Align Against Cannabis Legalization

Republican candidates for Florida governor are unified in opposing recreational cannabis legalization, effectively ending legislative hopes after Amendment 3 failed in 2024.

May 7, 2026

Vireo Growth Acquires Fluent in Debt-for-Stock Deal

Vireo Growth acquired Florida cannabis operator Fluent in a debt-for-stock deal, positioning itself as the state's third-largest medical marijuana company as consolidation accelerates in limited-license markets.

May 1, 2026

Trulieve Faces State Violations Over Water Pollution at Florida Facility

Florida regulators have cited Trulieve for environmental violations including unpermitted surfaces and stormwater failures at a cultivation facility, raising compliance concerns as the state's largest cannabis operator faces scrutiny.

Apr 29, 2026

Florida Cannabis Entrepreneur Lost $150K in License Lottery Before Finding Alternative Path

After losing $150,000 in Florida's MMTC license lottery, GÜD Essence CEO Jasmine Johnson built a cannabis business through ancillary services—highlighting systemic barriers facing minority entrepreneurs in restrictive markets.

Apr 15, 2026

Florida Medicaid Settlement Funds Traced to Anti-Legalization Campaign

A $10 million Medicaid settlement payment moved through Florida nonprofits before funding anti-marijuana legalization efforts, according to public filings that raise transparency questions about campaign finance in cannabis policy battles.

Apr 12, 2026

Florida House Panel Backs Fee Cuts for Veteran Cannabis Patients

Florida's House Health Committee unanimously approved legislation to cut medical marijuana card fees for veterans from $75 to $25, advancing bipartisan efforts to improve cannabis access for former service members.

Feb 25, 2026

Florida Legalization Campaign Appeals 71,000 Rejected Signatures

Smart & Safe Florida has petitioned the state Supreme Court to restore 71,000 ballot signatures rejected by election officials, attempting to salvage its November legalization initiative as deadlines approach.

Feb 17, 2026

Florida Adult-Use Cannabis Amendment Falls Short of Ballot Threshold

Florida officials confirmed a cannabis legalization campaign failed to collect the required 880,062 signatures by Sunday's deadline, preventing the adult-use amendment from reaching the 2024 ballot.

Feb 5, 2026

Florida Cannabis Campaign Disputes State's Rejection, Eyes 2026 Ballot

Florida's MSO-funded cannabis legalization campaign is disputing state officials' declaration that the ballot initiative has ended, saying it can still qualify for the 2026 ballot despite failing to meet 2024 requirements.

Feb 3, 2026

Trulieve Closes $60M Debt Offering at 10.5% Interest Rate

Trulieve Cannabis closed a $60 million private placement of senior secured notes at 10.5% interest, adding to its debt load as the Florida-dominant operator navigates tight capital markets and expansion opportunities.

Feb 2, 2026

Florida Launches Criminal Investigation Into Amendment 3 Campaign

Florida law enforcement has launched a criminal investigation into the Smart & Safe Florida campaign backing Amendment 3, which would legalize adult-use cannabis. The probe comes days before a voter registration deadline.

Jan 31, 2026

Florida Court Invalidates Thousands of Cannabis Signatures

A Florida court has allowed election officials to invalidate tens of thousands of cannabis legalization petition signatures, while state law enforcement continues arresting campaign workers gathering signatures.

Jan 27, 2026

Florida Senate Panel Advances Public Cannabis Smoking Ban

Florida Senate committee approves bill banning public marijuana consumption as state prepares for possible recreational legalization vote in November. Move establishes restrictions before voters decide on industry-backed ballot initiative.

Jan 21, 2026

Florida Election Rule Change Jeopardizes 2026 Cannabis Ballot Push

New voter verification directives from Florida's Secretary of State could complicate efforts to place cannabis legalization on the 2026 ballot, raising concerns about procedural barriers to ballot access.

Jan 20, 2026

Medical Cannabis

Florida Advocate Details Barriers After Connecting 900 Veterans to Cannabis

A Florida advocate who connected 900 veterans to medical cannabis says cost barriers prevent many from accessing treatment. Veterans spend $200-400 monthly on cannabis medicine not covered by VA benefits.

Jan 19, 2026

Florida Legalization Support Drops as DeSantis Battles 2026 Ballot

Support for Florida adult-use cannabis legalization has declined in recent polls as Gov. DeSantis intensifies his campaign against 2026 ballot measures, raising questions about the future of reform efforts.

Jan 17, 2026

Industry News

Florida's Medical Cannabis Sector Faces Downturn

Florida's medical cannabis market is experiencing a downturn. Key metrics such as patient numbers and dispensary growth have slowed, prompting industry stakeholders to reassess strategies.

Jan 8, 2026

Florida AG Challenges Cannabis Legalization Over Odor Issues

Florida's attorney general challenges a cannabis legalization measure, citing public odor concerns as a potential nuisance.

Jan 8, 2026