SHWZ - Colorado's Pioneering Role In Legal Cannabis 10 Years On: Impact On Economy Health And Public Policy | Benzinga
A decade ago, Colorado embarked on a historic journey, becoming the first U.S. state to legalize and regulate recreational marijuana sales on January 1, 2014, setting the stage for a transformative evolution in the cannabis industry. This groundbreaking decision not only reshaped the state's cannabis landscape but also left an indelible mark on the national and global discourse on legalization.
Shaping Regulations
Key figures, notably Governor Jared Polis (D) and state lawmakers played instrumental roles in crafting and refining Colorado's regulatory framework. Gov. Polis reflected on this journey. "Since Colorado voters legalized cannabis a decade ago, Colorado has developed one of the leading regulatory systems in the world,” inspiring similar frameworks across the nation and globally, reported Marijuana Moment.
Youth Access Mitigated, Public Health Prioritized: The Colorado Department of Revenue’s Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) reported an impressive 99 percent compliance rate for ID verification at cannabis businesses, highlighting the ...