Election Halts Medical Marijuana In Florida: Two states and Washington, D.C., legalize recreational use.

摘要

THE Florida ballot measure that would permit the use of medical marijuana failed to reach the 60 percent approval mark, which was required for constitutional amendments in the state, according to National Public Radio (NPR). The outcome showed 58 percent in approval, with 42 percent against.In June, Florida Governor Rick Scott signed legislation that allows the use of Charlotte's Web, a low-THC, a non-euphoric strain of marijuana. Extract from the plant can be used to treat patients suffering from epileptic seizures and other related disorders. Senate Bill 1030 and 1700 were both signed, approving the medication and protecting patient information in the compassionate use registry.