Colorado automated decision-making law (SB26-189)
SB26-189 replaced the earlier Colorado AI Act provisions. Its new framework concerns automated technology used in consequential decisions, with developer-documentation requirements beginning in January 2027.
- Colorado, United States
- Law
- Current
- Developer documentation from: 2027-01-01
US-CO-SB26-189Source checked: Resources ↗
Overview
Signed on 14 May 2026, SB26-189 repeals and reenacts the earlier SB24-205 provisions. The enacted summary identifies developer documentation, consumer notices, access and correction, human review and record retention. Determine whether a particular system and organisation fall within the covered definitions and exceptions. Do not carry the former February or June 2026 deadline, impact-assessment checklist or affirmative-defence wording into this new framework without review.
Key Requirements
Assess covered automated decision-making and the specific developer/deployer role.
Review documentation, consumer rights, notices and retention against the enacted text.
Ask your legal or compliance owner to assess applicability using the current official text. This reference is not legal advice.
Key Dates & Timeline
Predecessor SB24-205 signed
Replacement SB26-189 signed
Developer documentation milestone; check provision-specific application
Who It Affects
- Developers and deployers of covered technology used to materially influence consequential decisions, subject to the law's scope and exemptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should we still use the June 2026 AI Act deadline?
Do not treat it as the current deadline for this replacement framework. Review SB26-189 and its January 2027 requirements, including the provisions and exemptions applicable to your organisation.
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