European Commission consults on AI Act oversight and penalty rules
The European Commission has launched a consultation on new procedural rules for the AI Office. The draft sets out regulations for investigations, access to files, and fines under the AI Act.
What happened?
The European Commission has initiated a four-week public consultation on a new implementing regulation related to the AI Act. The draft specifies practical procedural rules for the supervisory work of the Commission and the AI Office. The regulations include provisions on access to files, the protection of confidential information, and limitation periods for fines and enforcement.
Key facts
| Samrådsperiod | 12 oktober – 9 november 2026 |
|---|---|
| Relevanta artiklar i AI Act | Artikel 75c och 75d |
| Berörda system | GPAI-modeller och integrerade system i plattformar |
Why it matters
For the AI Act to function in practice, predictable procedural rules are required for how investigations and sanctions are handled. By regulating access to files and confidentiality, the legal certainty for companies under direct EU-level scrutiny is clarified. This marks another step in operationalising the EU's central supervisory role over the most powerful AI technology.
Who is affected?
The rules are primarily aimed at developers of general-purpose AI (GPAI) models and technology companies whose AI systems are integrated into very large online platforms (VLOPs). Legal counsel, supervisory authorities, and industry associations will also be affected by how future supervisory investigations are conducted.
Impact on the EU
The rules pertain to the exclusive supervision that the European Commission and its newly established AI Office exercise over general-purpose AI models and systems integrated into very large online platforms. The consultation concludes on 9 November 2026 ahead of the final adoption of the implementing regulation.
What else you should know
The process is based on articles 75c and 75d of the AI Act and establishes clear rules of engagement for investigations, penalty payments, and limitation periods for infringements.
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