Regulation of Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026: Committee Stage
Seanad Éireann — 2026-07-09
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Aubrey McCarthy (IND), University of Dublin

I move amendment No. 6:
In page 14, between lines 6 and 7, to insert the following:
“(h) develop, publish and disseminate guidance, codes of practice and other informational materials to assist businesses, public bodies and other persons in understanding and complying with the Artificial Intelligence Regulation and any enactments relating to the development, placing on the market, putting into service, deployment or use of AI systems;
(i) facilitate, promote and support access to training, educational programmes, workshops and other initiatives designed to enhance awareness, capability and compliance among businesses, public bodies and other persons in relation to AI systems and the Artificial Intelligence Regulation;
(j) provide advice, guidance and technical assistance to the Minister, relevant competent authorities, businesses and other organisations in relation to the interpretation, implementation and practical application of the Artificial Intelligence Regulation and related enactments, with a view to promoting compliance, legal certainty and the responsible adoption of AI systems;
(k) advise the Minister on policies, measures and initiatives to facilitate and accelerate the adoption, deployment and commercialisation of AI technologies by businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, to support innovation, productivity and competitiveness, reduce barriers to compliance, and strengthen the State’s position as a leading location for the development and responsible use of AI technologies.”.

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