Florida's Key Ballot Amendments - Now You Know with Howard Sapp

Now You Know with Howard Sapp

Join Howard Sapp and Dr. Cindy Banyai in this informative episode of Now You Know, where they cover essential topics for Florida voters. Stay informed as they dissect the upcoming ballot amendments for the 2026 elections, including partisan school boards, the right to hunt and fish, adult marijuana use, and abortion laws. The hosts provide a clear understanding of these amendments, their implications for education, wildlife management, healthcare, and personal freedoms. Additionally, they highlight the importance of community support in hurricane relief efforts, featuring a benefit concert with Trey Taylor. Don't miss out on the detailed analysis, voter guidance, and ways you can contribute to making informed decisions and supporting hurricane-impacted communities.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

01:20 Hurricane Relief Efforts

07:53 Election Information and Voter Encouragement

08:50 Understanding Florida's Amendments

09:36 Amendment 1: Partisan School Board Elections

15:04 Amendment 2: Right to Hunt and Fish

20:16 Amendment 3: Adult Personal Use of Marijuana

22:45 Licensing and Legalities of Selling Alcohol and Marijuana

23:33 Conservative and Republican Views on Marijuana Legalization

24:33 Federal and State Issues with Marijuana Legalization

25:30 Policing and Legal Loopholes in Marijuana Laws

26:55 Amendment 3: Legalizing Recreational Marijuana

28:10 Amendment 4: Abortion Rights and Misconceptions

37:10 Amendment 5: Homestead Exemptions and Economic Impact

39:55 Amendment 6: Public Campaign Financing

41:47 Conclusion and Contact Information