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New Florida Bill Would Legalize Recreational Marijuana And End ‘Monopolies’ In Medical Cannabis With Expanded Business Licensing

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January 21, 2026

[#item_full_content] A Florida lawmaker has introduced a new bill to legalize recreational marijuana that also aims to break up what he calls “monopolies” in the state’s current medical cannabis program by… New Florida Bill Would Legalize Recreational Marijuana And End 'Monopolies' In Medical Cannabis With Expanded Business Licensing Read More

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