The proposed bill introduces a new section, 381.9881, to the Florida Statutes, which establishes a regulatory framework for the personal use of marijuana. It defines essential terms such as "cultivator," "processor," "distributor," and "retailer," and mandates that the Department of Health authorize medical marijuana treatment centers (MMTCs) to operate in these roles starting July 1, 2025. The bill exempts MMTCs from certain requirements, including application fees and square footage limits for cultivation, while also outlining a schedule for issuing additional licenses and setting specific application and compliance standards for marijuana licensees.

Moreover, the bill restricts individuals or entities to holding only one type of marijuana license at a time and specifies qualifications for licensure, including financial stability. It requires biennial inspections of licensed operations by the Department of Health and mandates the publication of a list of approved marijuana licensees. The legislation preempts local regulations on marijuana cultivation, processing, and distribution, placing these under state jurisdiction, and establishes penalties for individuals under 21 who misrepresent their age to obtain marijuana. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on July 1, 2025.