"Decade of Green: Reflecting on Colorado's Trailblazing 10 Years in Legal Cannabis"
Since Colorado initiated the world's first legal recreational marijuana market in 2014, the state has experienced a series of developments including regulatory changes, significant sales milestones, and cultural shifts. Notable events include the introduction of child-resistant packaging for edibles, the first U.S. university course on marijuana business law, and surpassing $15 billion in sales by 2023. The timeline also highlights challenges such as lawsuits from neighboring states, the impact of federal policies, and the recent downturn in sales. Despite these ups and downs, Colorado's journey with legal cannabis continues to influence drug reform across the United States.