DENVER ~ In a joint effort, Colorado's top officials have released a letter to the state's General Assembly regarding the implementation of an artificial intelligence regulatory law. The letter, signed by Mayor Johnston, Governor Polis, Attorney General Weiser, Senator Bennet, Congressman Neguse and Congresswoman Pettersen, urges for a delay in the implementation of SB 24-205 until January 2027.

The letter highlights Colorado's long-standing position as a leader in the technology innovation sector and its commitment to championing consumer protection laws such as the Colorado Consumer Protection Act. It also acknowledges the collaborative efforts of stakeholders and legislators in developing the first-in-the-nation AI regulatory law.

However, with just hours remaining in the 2025 legislative session, it has become clear that more time is needed to ensure that the law is effective and implementable. The stakeholders involved have brought forth various ideas, concerns and priorities from different communities over many months of discussions.

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The officials believe that delaying the implementation until 2027 will allow for further stakeholder engagement and policy development work. This pause will also provide an opportunity for collaboration with consumer advocates, Colorado's business community and other states to create a balanced framework that protects privacy and fairness without hindering innovation or driving businesses away from the state.

The letter concludes by urging leadership and members of the General Assembly to take immediate action in delaying the implementation of SB 24-205. The officials emphasize that this delay is necessary to ensure that all communities in Colorado benefit from a well-crafted AI consumer protection law. They believe that this extra time will result in a future-ready framework that will benefit both consumers and businesses alike.

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