Question 1

What does the Regulation of Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026 do?

Accepted Answer

Establishes Oifig IS na hÉireann (AI Office of Ireland) as independent statutory body to coordinate AI regulation, maintain national AI register, and advise the Minister on artificial intelligence governance. Implements EU AI Regulation 2024/1689 into Irish law, empowering market surveillance authorities to enforce AI rules and establishing regulatory sandbox for innovation testing. Amends four existing Acts (Central Bank 1942, Communications Regulation 2002, Competition and Consumer Protection 2014, Freedom of Information 2014) to enable AI Office functions and enforcement powers.

Question 2

What stage is the Regulation of Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 16 Jul 2026, the Regulation of Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026 is at Fifth Stage in 27th Seanad. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Regulation of Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Regulation of Artificial Intelligence Bill 2026 was sponsored by Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, and was introduced on 24 Jun 2026.

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