DeSantis Vetoes Bill Restricting Hemp Product Sales in Florida

Governor cites potential harm to small businesses and consumer needs in his decision to block the legislation.

The vetoed bill aimed to ban the sale of delta-8 and limit delta-9 THC in hemp products.
Opponents argued the bill would devastate the hemp industry, costing jobs and revenue.
DeSantis called for a more balanced regulatory framework to be developed in the next legislative session.
The governor's office received overwhelming public opposition to the bill, with over 13,000 messages against it.
The decision impacts the ongoing debate over recreational marijuana legalization in Florida.