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    Florida Amendment 2, fishing and hunting: newspaper mentions

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    Election Day is Tuesday, November 5, 2024, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

    Do you know the Florida Amendments 2024?

    Florida voters will face six proposed constitutional amendments during the November 5 election. Each needs at least 60 percent of the vote to be enshrined in the Florida Constitution.

    Still not sure what each amendment means and whether you will vote “yes” or “no”? In this story we highlight Amendment 2 to help you prepare Election Dayi.e. from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday November 5, 2024.

    If you would like to vote in advance on the candidates and the six Florida amendments, early voting will run through Sunday, November 3, with hours and days vary by county.

    Early voting: Here’s when it starts in Florida, including time, date and by county

    With less than two weeks until the election, if you’re still not sure what Amendment 2 — the right to hunt and fish amendment — means and whether you’re going to vote “yes” or “no”, we’ll break it down for you.

    In this story, we highlight Amendment 2 and offer recommendations (where available) from the editorial boards of two Florida newspapers from the USA TODAY NETWORK and four other newspapers in the Sunshine State. Although Florida is home to nearly two dozen newspapers, with 16 sites part of the USA TODAY network, a small fraction of newspapers provide recommendations to their editorial boards during U.S. general elections. However, every newspaper has covered Florida’s amendments in the 2024 elections with articles explaining what it means for their readers. Below is a list of newspapers with links to their sites if you want to further research Amendment 2.

    How many newspapers are there in Florida?

    Below is a list of Florida newspapers:

    Which Florida newspapers offer editorial board recommendations or endorsements of Florida amendments?

    For the 2024 general election, in most cases, the editorial boards of six Florida newspapers have offered recommendations or advice – endorsements on how to vote – on the six Florida amendments on the ballot .

    Florida Amendments 2024: Amendment 2, right to fish and hunt amendment

    Sponsor: Florida Legislature

    Summary: Propose an amendment to the State Constitution to preserve fishing and hunting foreverincluding through the use of traditional methods, as a public right and preferred means of responsible management and control of fish and wildlife. Specifies that the amendment does not limit the authority granted to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission under the Article IV section of the State Constitution.

    Deepen amendment 2: Pros and Cons of Florida’s Hunting and Fishing Ballot Initiative

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    Florida Amendment 2: Establishes the constitutional right to hunt and fish

    FLORIDA TODAY’s John A. Torres discusses Amendment 2 on the November ballot with USA Today Florida Network reporters John Kennedy and James Call.

    TCPalm, also known as Treasure Coast Newspapers, is part of the USA TODAY Network, covering Indian River County, Martin County and St. Lucie County in Florida.

    TCPalm: NO

    THE TCPalm Editorial Board recommends a no vote on amendment 2.

    For what: “It’s been almost 190 years since Florida created its constitution. For the reasons stated above, we see no reason to amend the Constitution for something that has never been a source of controversy.”

    Florida Amendment 2: Vote yes or no on the Florida amendments? What Amendment 2 Means, Fish and Hunt Forever

    The Palm Beach Post is part of the USA TODAY network.

    The message from Palm Beach: NO

    THE The Palm Beach Post Editorial Board Recommends a Vote no on amendment 2.

    For what: “If there is one right that has no place in the Florida Constitution, it is this one. By law, Floridians already enjoy hunting and fishing privileges. The amendment’s constitutional promise poses big problems that should alarm anyone who values ​​the state’s wildlife and natural habitats. These three strikes alone justify the rejection. … Amendment 2 would prohibit any ban on hunting and fishing, even when necessary to preserve an endangered species. It establishes “traditional” methods of hunting and fishing “…as a public right and preferred means of responsible management and control of fish and wildlife.” This is where the problem lies. Hunting and fishing are not the only ways to manage and control fish and wildlife. Conservation and land preservation work as well. But these efforts will take a back seat to “traditional means,” whatever that means.

    Tampa Bay Times: NO

    THE The Tampa Bay Times Editorial Board Recommends a Vote no on amendment 2.

    For what: “It’s a ridiculous amendment which has no place in the state constitution, whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or not. Let’s first state the obvious: Florida is a great place to fish and hunt. The lifestyle and recreation of enjoying Florida’s natural resources has flourished since the state’s very existence. Hunting and fishing are multi-billion dollar industries that contribute to the character of Florida, support tens of thousands of jobs and sustain entire communities. Visitors come to Florida for the great outdoors, and its wild lands and waterways are the top reasons people vacation here, move (here), open businesses here, and stay here. Hunting and fishing are among the most thriving activities in Florida. They are not threatened. But they could be if Floridians pass this amendment.

    Miami Herald: NO

    THE The Miami Herald Editorial Board Recommends a Vote no on amendment 2.

    For what: “The measure introduced on the November 5 general election ballot preserves the right to fish and hunt forever, including using traditional methods as a public right and preferred means of responsible management and control of fish and wildlife . Florida law already protects these rights, but supporters say a constitutional amendment is needed to prevent attempts to ban or restrict them. However, there are no credible proposals to prevent Floridians from hunting or fishing. Even if it did, it’s virtually impossible for the conservative Legislature or state regulators to agree. This is part of the reason why Amendment 2 is misleading. Another reason is that if approved by at least 60 percent of voters, the amendment could be used to challenge even the most common-sense hunting and fishing regulations, even if the ballot text indicates that it does not limit the authority granted to the Ministry of Fisheries and Fisheries. Wildlife Conservation Commission, the primary regulatory agency for these activities.

    Orlando Sentinel: NO

    THE The Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board Recommends a Vote no on amendment 2.

    For what: “Amendment 2 could wreak havoc on Florida’s habitat and wildlife: The Sentinel supports a ‘no’ vote on Florida’s constitutional amendment on hunting and fishing, whose convoluted wording gives too much power to the State.”

    South Florida Solar Sentinel: NO

    THE The South Florida Sun Sentinel Editorial Board Recommends a Vote no on amendment 2.

    For what: “Keep Hunting and Fishing Out of the Constitution: Amendment 2 does more than just preserve the right to fish and hunt, which is already in state law. The extremely negative consequences of the amendment on wildlife management and ethical hunting practices should prompt even the most avid sportsmen to vote a resounding “no.”

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