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Miami Beach’s First Medical Marijuana Dispensary Opens

In this video, viewers will learn about a significant shift in marijuana policy as Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announces plans to decriminalize marijuana at the federal level. At the same time, Miami Beach celebrates the grand opening of its first medical marijuana dispensary, signaling growing support and demand. Criminal defense attorney Albert Quirantes shares his legal insight, while politicians and advocates weigh in on the future of marijuana in Florida. The video also explores how public opinion is shifting by age group and what the potential legal, social, and economic implications could be.

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The politics of pot. A Democratic leader and the Senate coming out in favor of legalizing marijuana.

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And two Florida candidates running for governor agree.

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Good evening everyone. I’m Trina Robinson.

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And I’m Jan Strader. Good evening.

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced that he plans to introduce legislation to decriminalize pot.

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All of this as Miami Beach opened up its first medical marijuana dispensary.

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And that’s where we find NBC 6 reporter Steve Litz with a look at this apparent pot policy shift.

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Hello, Steve.

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And hi, Trina. This is a big deal for people who use medical marijuana and also a big deal for this company called

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Certa here on 15th Street and Alton Road. You can meet with a professional here, consult with a professional.

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They can guide you through this process.

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You can also, you see, purchase your medical marijuana products here.

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A big opening today happening at the same time of a big announcement by United States Senator.

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Today, a milestone in the medical marijuana industry.

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Miami Beach opening its first dispensary called Certa where the Cerna is in charge.

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We are bringing, uh, you know, awareness.

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We’re destigmatizing an industry that’s very stigmatized.

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People are finding their wellness through our products.

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The dispensary opens on the same day that Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced legislation that would decriminalize marijuana at the federal level.

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With the New York Senator looking to separate marijuana from harder drugs like cocaine and heroin.

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Miami criminal defense attorney Albert Quirantes warns of a possible downside.

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It will probably cut down on drug dealers, but it may increase other crimes such as addiction crimes, such as DUIs, and those kinds of crimes.

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Marijuana advocates have long complained of wasted law enforcement resources dedicated to cracking down on pot smokers.

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An NBC News Wall Street Journal survey from January shows 60% of people support allowing adults to buy marijuana for personal use.

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In the 18 to 34 age range, 73% support legalization.

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And among people 65 years and older, 38% support.

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Somebody who is 100% against legalization is U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions.

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I’m not sure we’re going to be a better, healthier nation if we have marijuana being sold at every corner grocery store.

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And come November, Floridians will elect a new governor.

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And two candidates, both Democrats, have been pretty outspoken with respect to sanctioning legalizing medical marijuana.

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That is Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum and former Miami Beach Mayor Bill Levine.

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Live on Miami Beach tonight, I’m Steve Litz, NBC6 News.
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Physician warns about fee for medical marijuana qualification appointments

The AFC Urgent Care in Pinellas Park is buzzing, now with two physicians who can legally prescribe medical marijuana. They’re the first AFC clinic in the country to get on board, and they say, you may not know other doctors offices can charge you to get qualified for a medical marijuana script.

California Bill Aims to Repeal Cannabis Excise Tax Increase

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Florida’s GOP Goes Green: Will Weed Be Legalized? Possible Changes Coming to Marijuana Laws

In Florida, some Republican lawmakers are advocating for expanded access to both medical and recreational marijuana.
Following nearly 56% voter approval for recreational use in the last election, two new proposals aim to allow home cultivation for medical marijuana patients and fully legalize recreational use for adults 21 and older.
The proposed House bill would permit adults to purchase up to two ounces of flower and five grams of concentrate while also restructuring the medical marijuana industry to allow more competition. Although these measures are sponsored by GOP lawmakers, it’s uncertain how much support they’ll receive in the legislature.
Meanwhile, efforts are already underway to place recreational marijuana on the ballot for the 2026 election.

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Lawmakers explore recreational marijuana bill in Florida

The fight over legal marijuana is continuing, this time in Tallahassee. A proposed bill would expand access to medical marijuana, and it may also take up recreational pot.

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Florida bill would allow medical marijuana patients to grow weed at home

Florida legislators will soon consider Senate Bill 546, which would allow medical marijuana patients their grow own marijuana at home. FOX 13’s Jordan Bowen reports.

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Inhaling Medical Cannabis: Comparing Vaping vs. Smoking | Ask Dr. David

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Here’s What The Failure Of Florida’s Amendment 3 Means For Cannabis Legalization

Voters rejected legalizing recreational marijuana in the bellwether state. Here’s what it means for federal legalization and pot’s green wave.

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Election Day: Marijuana on the ballot across 4 states | LiveNOW from FOX

Florida, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota all have Marijuana on the ballot this election season. Heather Trela, Director of Operations and Fellow at the Rockefeller Institute of Government, explains how each states Marijuana laws will differ.

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Marijuana Adult Personal Use: Florida legalization on the ballot as Amendment 3

Allows adults 21 years or older to possess, purchase, or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical personal consumption by smoking, ingestion, or otherwise; allows Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers, and other state licensed entities, to acquire, cultivate, process, manufacture, sell, and distribute such products and accessories. Applies to Florida law; does not change, or immunize violations of, federal law. Establishes possession limits for personal use. Allows consistent legislation. Defines terms. Provides effective date.
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Legalization of marijuana on the ballot for Florida voters | The Hill

Florida Amendment 3, the Marijuana Legalization Initiative, is on the state’s ballots in the upcoming general election. If 60% of state voters approve the amendment, Florida will join 24 other states and the District of Columbia where recreational cannabis is legal. NewsNation correspondent Brooke Shafer joins “The Hill” with the latest.

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Amendment 3: A Voter’s Guide

Is Governor Ron DeSantis misleading voters about recreational marijuana in Florida? In this video, we break down his key arguments against the proposed constitutional amendment for recreational marijuana use. Here’s what we’ll cover:

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Florida Republicans split on legalization of marijuana after Trump’s support

Florida Republicans have mixed feelings on whether marijuana should be legalized in the state. Right now, nearly half the states in the country have legalized recreational marijuana.

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Florida sheriffs denounce recreational weed legalization

The Florida Police Chiefs Association and the Florida Sheriff’s Association are both against Amendment 3 – a law that would allow adults in Florida to recreationally use marijuana.

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Trump supports reclassifying marijuana, voting for legalization in Florida

Former President Donald Trump recently signaled support for a significant shift in marijuana policy, aligning his stance with Vice President Kamala Harris. This marks the first time both major-party presidential candidates have backed broad cannabis reform, reflecting a growing trend of public support for legalization.

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Trump backs marijuana legalization in Florida if ‘done correctly’

Former President Donald Trump said he expected a ballot measure in Florida to legalize marijuana to pass in a new TruthSocial post, but called on the state legislature to create laws to prevent the use of the drug in public.

Trump framed his position as one consistent with his “Make America Safe Again” agenda, writing that criminalizing marijuana would “waste Taxpayer Dollars arresting adults with personal amounts of it on them.”

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Florida surpasses 700K medical marijuana patients

There are now 700,000 medical marijuana patients in the state of Florida. That’s more than twice as many as there were at the beginning of the pandemic.

While pot proponents might cheer that statistic, critics say it’s starting to remind them of the old pill mill days in Florida with too many doctors writing too many prescriptions.

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