European Parliament lawmakers have moved a draft AI liability framework forward after a late-stage vote in the legal affairs committee on Friday. The amendments approved by the committee clear the way for negotiations with EU member states in the next phase of the lawmaking process.

The proposed rules are designed to make it easier for people harmed by AI systems to seek compensation when automated tools cause damage. Supporters say the changes would help align Europe’s legal system with the growing use of artificial intelligence in everything from hiring and lending to customer service and content moderation.

Friday’s vote marks a procedural step, but the final shape of the law is still uncertain. The Parliament, the European Commission, and national governments will now enter trilogue talks to reconcile differences and decide how liability should be assigned when AI products or services fail.

The outcome could influence how companies build and deploy AI across the EU, particularly as lawmakers try to balance innovation with accountability. Businesses have warned against overly rigid rules, while consumer advocates argue that clear liability standards are needed to protect users and victims.