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A Fox News Poll published the results of an election survey after the close of trading markets on Thursday that included positive results regarding the legalization of adult-use cannabis in Florida.

The question for voters read, “If the election were today, how would you vote on Amendment 3, which would legalize marijuana for adults ages 21 and older? ” 66% of respondents said they would vote in favor of this, while 32% said they would vote against it. The legislation needs 60% to vote in favor and this seems to be one of the first that shows the momentum may be building for approval.

In early May, the Florida Chamber of Commerce ran a survey by Cherry Communications that determined 58% of Florida voters were in favor of the legalization versus 37% against it. This was the third poll that showed Floridians had some work to get over that critical threshold and it seems to be paying off for now.

Republicans against legalization

The Fox News poll also found support for Governor DeSantis slipping slightly. In April his approval rate was 59% and this latest poll showed his support slipped to 52%. Disapproval with the Governor grew from April’s 33% to 47% in June.

The Florida Republican Party Executive Board unanimously passed a resolution opposing Amendment 3 (adult-use cannabis). The Resolution stated that passing the legislation would “benefit powerful marijuana special interests, while putting children at risk and endangering Florida’s family-friendly business and tourism climates.”

With the Florida Republican Party officially targeting the legalization initiative, it will clear the way for Gov. DeSantis to raise money to fund an opposition campaign against the measure.

“We support killing the [marijuana and abortion] amendments as a party because it’s not good policy for the state,” Republican Party of Florida Chair Evan Power told The Miami Herald. “When you look at it, it seems like these amendments are out of step with what Floridians want.”

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