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Florida's Marijuana Industry Faces Stricter Regulations, Sluggish Growth

4/20/2026

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Florida's marijuana industry faces tighter regulations and stalled recreational-use efforts, limiting growth.
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.) has imposed stricter controls, driving a drop in medical marijuana licenses from $70 million to under $10 million.
The Office of Medical Marijuana Use restarted the license process in 2023.
Legal disputes have delayed progress.
Trulieve and other firms are reevaluating strategies, focusing on niche markets while awaiting potential federal-law changes.

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Story summary

Florida's marijuana industry faces tighter regulations and stalled recreational-use efforts, limiting growth.
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-Fla.) has imposed stricter controls, driving a drop in medical marijuana licenses from $70 million to under $10 million.
The Office of Medical Marijuana Use restarted the license process in 2023.
Legal disputes have delayed progress.
Trulieve and other firms are reevaluating strategies, focusing on niche markets while awaiting potential federal-law changes.