Casey DeSantis, Florida surgeon general, Polk County sheriff speak out against marijuana amendment 

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(Copyright 2024 by WJXT News4JAX - All rights reserved.)PANAMA CITY, Fla. – Florida’s First Lady Casey DeSantis along with the Florida surgeon general and the sheriff of Polk County are speaking out against Amendment 3, which would legalize recreational marijuana in the state if it is approved in November."It’s not about freedom—it’s about massive profits for a Big Weed, corporate cartel," Casey DeSantis posted on social media.Recommended VideosMORE: Bradford sheriff, former Jacksonville sheriff back Florida marijuana legalization amendment | Trump supports Florida’s Amendment 3, but says marijuana legalization ‘should be done correctly’DeSantis said the downsides include that Florida residents can’t grow their own marijuana and the state legislature or local governments can’t rein it in because it would change Florida’s constitution.MORE: Gov. DeSantis has come out against marijuana legalization. We fact-checked some of his recent statements | Jax weed dispensary joins push to legalize recreational marijuana while DeSantis tries to prevent it"@GovRonDeSantis & @CaseyDeSantis are fighting to keep Florida a place that represents freedom & puts parents & families first," Florida State Health Officer and Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo said. “Encouraging recreational marijuana use pulls us away from those goals. Let’s keep doing the things that make us a great state!”Vote NO on Amendment 3!Today in Polk County, @FLSurgeonGen, @PolkCoSheriff, @jonmartinesq and other advocates spoke out with me in opposition to Amendment 3. Watch our conversation here: ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/mcKxYow4Io— Casey DeSantis (@CaseyDeSantis) October 22, 2024

DeSantis also said if passed, people would smell marijuana smoke all the time, including at playgrounds, parks, sporting events, beaches and restaurants. But in November 2002, 71% of Florida’s citizens voted for a constitutional amendment to prohibit smoking in all enclosed indoor workplaces. The smoke free law became effective July 1, 2003. Beginning July 1, 2019, electronic vapor products were included in the FCAA and are prohibited in indoor workplaces.The Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) are responsible for the enforcement of the FCAA. According to state law, DBPR shall enforce the FCAA in:RestaurantsBarsBilliardsBingo Halls (with food service)Bowling CentersCivic/Faternal OrganizationsDog TracksHorse TracksDeSantis, along with Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters and Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook, are also planning to hold a similar campaign roundtable on Thursday in Jacksonville. The group said they are coming together “to educate the public on how the legalization of recreational marijuana will jeopardize the health and safety of Floridians and would lead to a lower quality of life for all.”MORE|Sheriff Waters on Amendment 3: Not good for Florida; ‘marijuana smoke is the most offensive smell to me ever’To pass, the amendment must be approved by more than 60% of voters.Copyright 2024 by WJXT News4JAX - All rights reserved.About the AuthorTravis GibsonDigital Executive Producer who has lived in Jacksonville for over 30 years and helps lead the News4JAX.com digital team.emailtwitterClick here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines.Loading...Recommended VideosDEALS 4 JAXGet ready for some fabulous Insider Deals that will help you have a cozy night's sleep and elevate your style and beauty game.Upgrade your travel and beauty routine with these Insider DealsRead full article: Upgrade your travel and beauty routine with these Insider DealsThis classic way of improving vacations never gets oldThis classic way of improving vacations never gets old Read full article: This classic way of improving vacations never gets old BACK TO TOPTV ListingsEmail NewslettersRSS FeedsContests and RulesContact UsCareers at WJXT / WCWJClosed Captioning / Audio DescriptionWJXT Public FileWJXT EEO ReportWCWJ Public FileWCWJ EEO ReportTerms of UsePrivacy PolicyDo Not Sell My InfoFCC ApplicationsCookie PreferencesFollow UsVisit our YouTube page (opens in a new tab)Visit our Facebook page (opens in a new tab)Visit our Instagram page (opens in a new tab)Visit our X page (opens in a new tab)Visit our RSS Feed page (opens in a new tab)Get Results With OmneIf you need help with the Public File, call (904) 393-9801.At WJXT, we are committed to informing and delighting our audience. In our commitment to covering our communities with innovation and excellence, we incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to enhance our news gathering, reporting, and presentation processes. Read our article to see how we are using Artificial Intelligence.Copyright © 2025 News4JAX.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings.
I gotta tell ya I've been a daily smoker for a little over 30 years and not once have I cared about the legality of it. I just smoke.