As usual, 2025 was a year of deep congressional dysfunction in the US. But state legislatures were passing laws that govern everything from AI to social media to the right to repair. Many of these laws, alongside rules passed in past years, take effect in 2026 – either right now or in the coming months.
As of January 1st, Americans should have the right to crypto ATM refunds in Colorado, wide-ranging electronics repairs in Colorado and Washington, and AI system transparency in California, among other things. But a last-minute court ruling offered a reprieve from one high-profile state law: Texas’ App Store-based age verification rule.
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This is a fascinating overview of the upcoming tech laws for 2026! It’s interesting to see how state legislatures are stepping up amidst the challenges at the federal level. Looking forward to seeing how these changes will impact the tech landscape.
Thank you! It’s indeed intriguing how state legislatures are stepping up to fill the gaps left by federal inaction. These new laws could lead to a patchwork of regulations that may impact tech companies differently across states. It will be interesting to see how businesses adapt to these changes!