Florida Bill Would Protect Public Employees Who Use Medical Marijuana
October 14, 2025
The senator has filed similar legislation that hasn’t moved in the GOP-controlled Legislature in recent years
The senator has filed similar legislation that hasn’t moved in the GOP-controlled Legislature in recent years
“This is a monumental win for medical marijuana patients, who have long been caught in the crossfire.”
Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized last year’s proposal to legalize adult use of cannabis because in part it did not allow for patients to grow their own weed
Currently, Florida courts can block parental rights based solely on a parent’s use of medical cannabis
The Sunshine State’s medical marijuana statute is silent about whether employers must accommodate off-site or off-work use
“We remain committed to advocating for a smarter and safer Florida and will continue to work towards solutions that benefit all Floridians.” Fueled by efforts by Gov. Ron DeSantis
From how the ballot initiative is polling to the epic fight for and against cannabis legalization in the Sunshine State
Gov. Ron DeSantis travels the state trying to persuade undecided voters to oppose legalizing recreational cannabis in Florida
Recent polls show the measure getting the 60%+ required for the legal use of recreational cannabis
The debate grew contentious for a few moments when Tampa hemp entrepreneur Shai Ortiz claimed DeSantis had been paid $200,000 by Smart & Safe Florida
