Colorado has 15 published AI-related bills. 3 have been enacted into law, and 12 are still pending.
Colorado is demonstrating a very active approach to AI regulation, with a total of 15 bills introduced, of which 3 have been enacted and 12 are currently in progress. This legislative activity indicates a strong commitment to addressing the implications of artificial intelligence across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, law enforcement, and consumer protection. The state is taking proactive measures to regulate AI technologies, particularly in areas that intersect with public safety, privacy, and ethical considerations in the use of AI systems. Key themes emerging from Colorado's AI legislative landscape include a focus on transparency and accountability in AI applications, particularly in sensitive areas such as political campaigning and healthcare. The enactment of bills like the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act and regulations on facial recognition technologies reflect a growing concern for consumer protection and the ethical deployment of AI. Additionally, the ongoing discussions around youth protections on social media and the regulation of AI in psychotherapy highlight the state's recognition of the potential risks associated with AI technologies, especially for vulnerable populations. For businesses operating in Colorado, this regulatory environment necessitates a careful approach to AI deployment, ensuring compliance with emerging laws and a commitment to ethical practices in AI development and usage.
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All Colorado AI Bills 15 published
Prohibit Surveillance Price & Wage Setting
CO HB 1210: Prohibit Surveillance Price & Wage Setting, classifies violations as deceptive trade practices, allows civil actions by the attorney general, district attorney, or individuals. The definition of 'worker' excludes federal and state employees and employees of public entities.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Health Care
The bill regulates AI use in health care, requiring AI systems to notify users they are not human, prohibiting AI from using human titles, and ensuring AI does not base determinations solely on group data, but also on other relevant factors specified in the bill.
Conversational Artificial Intelligence Service Operator Requirements
The bill mandates requirements for operators of conversational AI services, including consumer disclosures, prohibiting rewards for minors, and separate violations for each output.
Conversational Artificial Intelligence Service Operator Requirements
The specifics of HB1263 cannot be confirmed without the full bill text.
Psychotherapy Artificial Intelligence Restrictions
CO HB 1195: Psychotherapy AI Restrictions, unlawful for entities to offer services without regulated professionals, allows AI for administrative and supplementary support.
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Use of Surveillance Technology by Law Enforcement
SB071 aims to regulate law enforcement's use of surveillance technology in Colorado. This analysis is limited due to the unavailability of the full bill text.
Protections for Youth on Social Media
HB 1148 mandates privacy protections for minors on social media, targeting businesses that generate a majority of their revenue from online services.
Prohibit Use of Personally Identifying Feature
This bill criminalizes the unauthorized use of personally identifying features in digital media, including advertisements, deepfakes, images, videos, and voice recordings, establishing penalties for violations and allowing civil damages and attorney fees.
Artificial Intelligence Systems
HB1009 addresses artificial intelligence systems in Colorado, but the source text is unreadable, preventing detailed analysis.
Public Safety Protections Artificial Intelligence
This bill addresses public safety by proposing protections against risks posed by artificial intelligence systems.
Extend Prohibition on School Facial Recognition
This bill extends the prohibition on schools using facial recognition services, initially set to repeal on July 1, 2025, with exceptions for safety and educational purposes.
Artificial Intelligence & Biometric Technologies
The bill establishes an artificial intelligence impact task force to study AI and biometric technologies, focusing on ethical practices and facial recognition issues.
Candidate Election Deepfake Disclosures
This bill mandates disclosure of deepfakes in candidate communications and allows for enforcement and private action by candidates.
Artificial Intelligence Facial Recognition
SB113 creates a task force to evaluate facial recognition services, restricts their use by government agencies, and prohibits public schools from new contracts for these services.
Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act
The Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act requires governance, reasonable care by developers and deployers of AI systems to prevent algorithmic discrimination, disclosure, impact assessments, and technical documentation.
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