Yes! Florida first legalized medical cannabis in 2014 when the Legislature passed the Compassionate Use Act allowing patients suffering from cancer and epilepsy to access low-THC cannabis. This program was expanded in 2016 under the Right to Try Act which permitted full strength cannabis to patients with a terminal illness.
On November 8, 2016 Florida voters passed Amendment 2 with a 71.3% majority, allowing for a larger medical cannabis program, effective January 2017. On June 23, 2017 Governor Rick Scott signed Senate Bill 8A into law, removing the dreaded “90 day wait” and establishing operational guidelines to meet the requirements of Amendment 2. The program is still in a fluid state, with lawsuits expected for patients rights to flower, smoking, and home grow. Rules and regulations are expected to change over time.
In March 2019, SB 182 was passed allowing smokeable cannabis in the flower form for all approved patients. This is included for new patients but requires a followup visit for existing patients.