Public Consultation on Implementing the AI Act for High-Risk AI Systems
Closing Date for Submissions: Friday, 18 July 2025
The European Commission has launched a public consultation to gather input on the implementation of the AI Act's provisions for high-risk AI systems. This consultation will inform upcoming Commission guidelines on the classification, obligations, and responsibilities related to these systems.
Introduction
The AI Act represents a landmark regulatory framework designed to ensure that artificial intelligence is used safely and responsibly within the European Union. A central element of the Act is the identification and regulation of “high-risk” AI systems—those that have the potential to significantly impact individuals' health, safety, or fundamental rights.
This public consultation seeks to collect practical insights and real-world examples to support the effective application of the AI Act’s requirements for high-risk AI. It will also address questions around the allocation of responsibilities throughout the AI value chain.
What Constitutes High-Risk AI?
Under the AI Act, high-risk AI systems fall into two categories:
AI systems related to product safety, covered under the EU’s harmonised product safety legislation.
AI systems used in specific areas, listed in the Act, that may significantly affect people's health, safety, or fundamental rights.
Purpose of the Consultation
The consultation aims to:
Gather practical examples to clarify classification of high-risk AI systems
Identify implementation challenges and regulatory gaps
Explore the allocation of responsibilities among stakeholders in the AI value chain
Collect views on compliance obligations and enforcement approaches
Who Should Participate?
This consultation is open to all interested parties, including:
Developers and providers of high-risk AI systems
Businesses and public authorities deploying such systems
Academic and research institutions
Civil society organisations
Supervisory and regulatory authorities
General public and citizens
How to Make a Submission
Deadline: Friday, 18 July 2025
Submissions can be made via the Commission’s consultation platform https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/AIhighrisk2025 .
Additional Information
To learn more about the AI Act and its provisions, visit: https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/policies/regulatory-framework-ai
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