In a decisive outcome on Election Day, a constitutional amendment safeguarding hunting and fishing rights passed with overwhelming support across the state. The measure, known as Amendment 2, garnered approval from over 67 percent of voters,

Florida voters approved two of four ballot measures proposed by the Legislature, putting hunting and fishing rights in the state Constitution and making a property tax change.

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. Do you know what Florida Amendment 2 — right to fish and hunt — means and whether you'll vote "yes" or "no"?

TAMPA, Fla. - Amendment 2 enshrines a right to hunt and fish in the Florida constitution. Floridians passed the amendment that is intended to "preserve forever fishing and hunting, including by the use of traditional methods, as a public right and preferred means of responsibly managing and controlling fish and wildlife."

The measure pitted the Sierra Club and some environmental groups against other conservationists and sportsmen groups.

About 67% of voters supported what appeared on the ballot as Amendment 2 and was titled "Right to Fish and Hunt."