An Act relative to digital right to repair
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, titled the ‘Digital Right to Repair’ Act, aims to ensure consumers and independent repair shops have access to the parts, tools, and information needed to fix their own electronic devices. It seeks to prevent manufacturers from restricting or making it difficult to repair products, promoting longer product lifecycles and reducing electronic waste. The bill would require manufacturers to provide repair manuals, diagnostic tools, and parts to consumers and authorized repair providers.
Key provisions
- Requires manufacturers to make diagnostic information and repair manuals available.
- Promotes access to replacement parts for digital electronic products.
- Supports independent repair shops and consumers in repairing their own devices.
- Aims to reduce electronic waste by extending the lifespan of products.
- Addresses restrictions imposed by manufacturers on repair access.
- Encourages the development of a robust repair ecosystem.
Who is affected
- Consumers
- Independent repair shops
- Electronic product manufacturers
- Environmental advocates
- Retailers selling electronic products
Notable changes
- Addresses manufacturer restrictions on repair access.
- Supports a more open and accessible repair market.
- Potentially reduces reliance on new product purchases.
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Sponsors
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11 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Danillo A. Sena
James B. Eldridge
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