Prohibition of Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems Bill 2026: First Stage
Seanad Éireann — 2026-05-27
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Alice-Mary Higgins (IND), National University of Ireland

I move:
That leave be granted to introduce a Bill entitled an Act to give effect to the prohibition of the use, stockpiling, production, transfer, development and investment in autonomous weapons systems.

Maria Byrne (CC), Agricultural Panel

When is it proposed to take Second Stage?

Alice-Mary Higgins (IND), National University of Ireland

Next Tuesday.

Maria Byrne (CC), Agricultural Panel

Is that agreed? Agreed.

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Sitting date: 2026-05-27