Colorado Revises AI Law (SB 26-189) Before Original Act Takes Effect, Refocuses on Automated Decision-Making
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Kathryn Rattigan
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Colorado has significantly revised its AI governance framework (SB 26-189) before the original Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (CAIA) ever took effect. The new law, approved by Governor Jared Polis on May 14, 2026, repeals and reenacts key portions of the CAIA, reframing it around "automated decision-making technology" (ADMT) used to materially influence consequential decisions in areas like employment, housing, financial services, insurance, healthcare, education, and essential government services. The revised law is described as narrower and more operational than the original version.
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· 3 pulledColorado has now significantly revised its AI governance framework before the law ever takes effect.
SB 26-189, approved by Governor Jared Polis on May 14, 2026, repeals and reenacts key portions of the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (CAIA)
The revised law is narrower and more operational than the original version.
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