Colorado lawmakers send new AI bill to the governor - Axios

The bill was passed by the state legislature and represents a revision of an earlier AI law passed in 2024. According to Axios, the new version significantly weakens and repeals the original legislation before it could take effect. The bill now heads to the governor's desk.

The original 2024 law had established requirements for impact assessments and liability for certain AI uses. The rewritten bill replaces those provisions with a 'lighter disclosure-focused approach,' moving to voluntary transparency rather than mandatory compliance. The article notes that the bill was sponsored by lawmakers who cited concerns about stifling innovation and the need for a more flexible regulatory framework. The bill passed with bipartisan support in both chambers.

The governor had previously expressed support for AI regulation but has not indicated his stance on this specific revision. Colorado's move comes as other states consider their own AI laws, often facing similar debates between industry concerns and consumer protection. The outcome in Colorado may influence other state-level regulatory efforts.