In a closely watched decision, Florida voters turned down both Amendment 3, which aimed to legalize recreational marijuana, and Amendment 4, which sought to eliminate the state’s 6-week abortion restriction. Despite significant funding and high-profile campaigns, neither measure met the 60% threshold required for passage.
According to NBC News reports, Amendment 3, which proposed allowing adults to use marijuana recreationally, received 55.6% support, falling short of the supermajority needed to pass. The measure would have permitted regulated sales of marijuana in Florida, following a trend toward legalization in states across the U.S. Despite majority support, Florida’s stringent amendment requirements blocked it from moving forward.
Similarly, Amendment 4, which aimed to restrict government interference with abortion rights, garnered 57.11% of votes in favor, also shy of the 60% required. This means Florida’s 6-week abortion restriction remains in place, reflecting the state’s current conservative stance on reproductive rights.
Both measures faced strong opposition, particularly from advocacy groups concerned with public health, safety, and the economic impact of these proposals. Although both amendments were widely discussed and debated, the results demonstrate a notable division within Florida’s electorate on these pivotal issues.
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