Legal cannabis won’t be on FL ballot, officials say (Newsletter: February 3, 2026)

*OK gov pushes to shut down medical marijuana; ID medical cannabis sigs; WV
& MS ibogaine votes; WI legalization bill; TX lawmakers on hemp*

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*/ TOP THINGS TO KNOW*

The Florida Department of State announced that a marijuana campaign failed
to collect enough valid signatures to put a legalization initiative on the
November ballot—but the campaign says that determination is “premature” and
that it submitted “more than enough” valid petitions.

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) said during his State of the State speech
that the “out-of-control” medical cannabis industry is “one of the greatest
threats to public safety” and that officials should “send the marijuana
issue back to the vote of the people and shut it down.”

Idaho medical cannabis activists announced that they have collected more
than 45,000 signatures for a legalization initiative they want to place on
the November ballot—and they released a poll showing strong voter support
for the reform.

The West Virginia House of Delegates and Mississippi House of
Representatives both passed bills to support ibogaine research in hopes of
gaining federal Food and Drug Administration approval for the psychedelic
as a novel treatment option.

Wisconsin Democratic lawmakers announced a new marijuana legalization bill
that they said will promote personal freedom, protect public safety,
further racial justice and abide by the will of the voters.

Bipartisan Texas lawmakers spoke about the need to regulate hemp THC
products as an alternative to the broad prohibition that some officials
want to impose—with a GOP representative saying “this industry is too big
to ignore.”

The chair of the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission resigned after
missing the body’s last several monthly meetings.

*/ FEDERAL*

The National Advisory Council on Drug Abuse will meet on Tuesday.

Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) touted the inclusion of provisions directing
officials to prepare a report on illegal marijuana operations linked to
foreign nationals in appropriations legislation.

Reps. Laura Gillen (D-NY), Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Debbie Dingell (D-MI)
filed a bill to require the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
to establish a national drug-involved crash data collection system.

A former staffer for Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) claimed she “excessively” used
marijuana and alcohol.

*/ STATES*

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) is calling for “federal action to support
freedom and Coloradans’ rights to be responsible gun owners and responsible
marijuana users at the same time.”

Florida’s attorney general tweeted, “Smart & Safe Florida failed to get its
amendment on the 2026 ballot despite numerous cases of fraudulent
petitions. The work of our Office of Statewide Prosecution will continue.
We will protect the integrity of Florida’s Constitution by holding every
last fraudster accountable.”

New Jersey’s acting attorney general spoke with lawmakers about marijuana
issues at a hearing.

A Washington State senator discussed his support for ibogaine and
psychedelics reform legislation.

Connecticut regulators filed rules on marijuana dispensary technician
requirements.

Michigan regulators filed complaints against marijuana businesses over
alleged violations.

California regulators are accepting public comments on the environmental
impact of cannabis cultivation projects in Sonoma County.

A former Massachusetts top marijuana regulator authored a journal article
on securing access to medical cannabis.

Alaska regulators will consider marijuana business licensing and
enforcement issues on Wednesday and Thursday.

The New York Cannabis Control Board will meet on Thursday.


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*/ LOCAL*

Oakland, California’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission will meet on Thursday.

*/ INTERNATIONAL*

Guyanan officials sent a warning about online advertising and
cartoon-themed packaging for marijuana.

*/ SCIENCE & HEALTH*

A study found that “participants who used more cannabis on average also consumed
less alcohol overall,” which “highlights the potential for cannabis
substitution to meaningfully reduce alcohol-related harms.”

A study concluded that “the synergistic combination of CBD, Annona
cherimola extract, and natural humectants offers a safe and effective daily dermocosmetic
care for both adults and children.”

*/ BUSINESS*

The Cannabist Company Holdings Inc. entered into a forbearance agreement
with a group of noteholders of its senior secured notes and senior secured
convertible notes.

Pax Labs Inc. convinced the U.S. International Trade Commission to prohibit
Stiiizy Inc. and ALD Group Ltd. from importing vape devices that allegedly
infringe on its patents.

Illinois retailers sold $1.5 billion worth of legal recreational cannabis
products in 2025.

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