Colorado Delays AI Act Implementation from February to June 2026

Summary

Colorado postponed implementation of its AI Act from February 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026. The Colorado AI Act requires developers and deployers of high-risk AI systems to use reasonable care to protect consumers from algorithmic discrimination, including obligations around risk management, disclosures, and mitigation. The delay gives organizations an additional five months to prepare for compliance. This delay, combined with the Trump executive order seeking to preempt state AI laws, adds to the