Amendment 2 Passes: Florida Votes to Establish a State Constitutional Right to Hunt and Fish
Constitutional Amendment 2, which would establish a state constitutional right to hunt and fish, passed in Florida with 63% of the vote, according to the Associated Press.
The amendment was placed on the ballot by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and was supported by a coalition of hunting and fishing groups. Opponents of the amendment argued that it was unnecessary and could lead to increased hunting and fishing pressure on wildlife.
The passage of Amendment 2 is a victory for hunting and fishing advocates in Florida. The amendment will make it more difficult for future legislatures to restrict hunting and fishing in the state.
The amendment will also likely lead to increased tourism revenue from hunting and fishing enthusiasts. Hunting and fishing are major economic drivers in Florida, and the passage of Amendment 2 is expected to boost the state's economy.
The passage of Amendment 2 is a reminder of the importance of voting. If you care about hunting and fishing, it is important to make your voice heard at the ballot box.
Here are some of the key provisions of Amendment 2:
- Establishes a state constitutional right to hunt and fish.
- Prohibits the state from infringing on this right without a compelling reason.
- Requires the state to manage fish and wildlife populations in a way that sustains them for future generations.
