On May 14, 2026, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed SB 26-189, the new Colorado artificial intelligence statute which goes into effect January 1, 2027. SB 26-189 replaces SB 24-205, the controversial AI statute that had not yet become effective.
SB 26-189 was the result of several years of negotiations between groups seeking more regulation of AI, particularly with respect to consumer protection, and those concerned that SB 24-205 would impose significant costs and burdens on companies with employees, customers or other stakeholders in Colorado.
Many technology industry participants would rather kiss a Wookiee than comply with SB 24-205 and expressed concern that SB 24-205 would cause technology companies to avoid Colorado due to its burdensome requirements.
