Suncoast NORML endorses this candidate in the 2024 race.
Candidate in race for State House District 22 on Tuesday, November 5, 2024
"This election, Floridians have the opportunity to pass the legalization of responsible use of marijuana for adults by voting yes on amendment three. On the campaign trail, I am advocating for the passage of amendment 3. If passed and I am elected, I will ensure the state legislature upholds the will of the voters and champion equitable practices when licensing growers and dispensaries...I support descheduling marijuana and federal medical research into the benefits of cannabis." (Candidate Survey Response)
"Cannabis incarceration has disproportionately affected communities of color. I strongly support expunging non-violent marijuana possession convictions. I oppose the mass incarceration of Floridians and Americans for marijuana possession." (Candidate Survey Response)
Arreola served as the Gainesville City Commissioner, District 3, from 2017-2022. Throughout his time in office, Arreola explains, he "worked with state attorney on Deflection and Diversion Program for minor possession in city of Gainesville, publicly supported medical marijuana legalization, [and he is] supporting legalization of recreational marijuana (2024 amendment 3)." (Candidate Survey Response)
"I absolutely support the decriminalization of simple possession of marijuana and have a strong record of championing diversion and deflection programs during my time in public office." (Candidate Survey Response)
"I strongly supported the legalization of medical marijuana in Florida and support adopting this at the federal level." (Candidate Survey Response)
Email: campaign@davidarreola.com
Phone: 352-514-7224
Post Office Box 357423
Gainesville, FL 32635