Colorado Gov. Polis Signs Multiple Bills on AI, Drug Costs, Kratom Regulation

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has actively signed several significant bills in 2025 aimed at regulating AI, public health, and supporting the economy. He initially signed Senate Bill 24-205 to regulate high-risk AI systems but supports a national moratorium on state-level AI regulations to encourage a unified federal policy. Polis also enacted Senate Bill 72, regulating kratom by restricting its sale to minors and requiring clear labeling to prevent health risks, motivated by the death of a Denver resident linked to the substance. Additionally, Polis signed Senate Bill 25-071, which prohibits pharmaceutical companies from limiting access to the 340B Drug Pricing Program, a move projected to save Coloradans and hospitals hundreds of millions of dollars annually. Beyond health and technology, Polis signed bills supporting outdoor recreation, lottery fund redistribution, and tax incentives for employee-owned businesses, underscoring a broad legislative agenda to boost local economies and consumer protections. These actions reflect Polis' focus on balancing innovation, public safety, and economic growth throughout Colorado.