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Introduced
08/21/2025
08/21/2025
In Committee
08/21/2025
08/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
08/21/2025
08/21/2025
Introduced Session
2025 First Special Session
Bill Summary
In 2024, the general assembly enacted Senate Bill 24-205, which created consumer protections in interactions with artificial intelligence systems (provisions). The bill repeals the provisions and declares that prohibitions on discrimination contained in Colorado law apply regardless of whether the challenged conduct is executed, facilitated, or scaled by means of a digital, automated, algorithmic, artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other technological process.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Technology-Neutral Anti-Discrimination Clarification Act of 2026, which clarifies that existing anti-discrimination laws in Colorado apply fully regardless of the technological method used to execute, facilitate, or scale discriminatory conduct. The bill affirms that discrimination based on protected characteristics remains illegal whether implemented through traditional or digital means, including artificial intelligence, algorithmic decision-making, or other technological processes. Key provisions include ensuring that civil rights statutes apply consistently across different technologies, avoiding legal immunity for discriminatory actions just because they are implemented digitally, and preventing vicarious liability for technology developers who do not intentionally facilitate discrimination. The bill specifically states that technology creators or distributors are only liable if they intentionally engage in, direct, or knowingly aid discriminatory conduct, and it does not alter existing legal burdens of proof, defenses, or remedies for discrimination claims. The legislation will take effect on January 1, 2026, and applies to conduct occurring on or after that date, with a provision for potential voter referendum.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Committee on State, Veterans, & Military Affairs Postpone Indefinitely (on 08/21/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb25b-008 |
| Fiscal Note FN2 | https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2025B/bills/fn/2025b_sb25b-008_f1.pdf |
| BillText | https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2025B/bills/2025b_008_01.pdf |
| Fiscal Note FN1 | https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2025B/bills/fn/2025b_sb25b-008_00.pdf |
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