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OR HB2698
OR HB2698Relating to a right to repair consumer electronic equipment; prescribing an effective date.
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Introduced
01/11/2021
01/11/2021
In Committee
01/19/2021
01/19/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/26/2021
06/26/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
Requires original equipment manufacturer to make available to owner of originated equipment or independent repair provider on fair and reasonable terms any part, tool, documentation or other device or implement that original equipment manufacturer makes available to authorized repair provider for purpose of diagnosing, maintaining or repairing originated equipment. Requires original equipment manufacturer to make available to owner of originated equipment or independent repair provider on fair and reasonable terms any part, tool, documentation or other device or implement that original equipment manufacturer makes available to authorized repair provider for purpose of diagnosing, maintaining or repairing originated equipment. Provides that person who suffers ascertainable loss of money or property has right to bring action to recover damages for violation of provisions of Act. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.
AI Summary
This bill requires original equipment manufacturers to make available to owners of consumer electronic equipment or independent repair providers, on fair and reasonable terms, any parts, tools, documentation, or other devices or implements that the manufacturer makes available to authorized repair providers for the purpose of diagnosing, maintaining, or repairing the equipment. It also provides a right of action for anyone who suffers a loss due to a manufacturer's failure to comply with the bill's provisions. The bill applies to consumer electronic equipment sold or in use on or after the effective date, which is the 91st day after the 2021 regular legislative session adjourns.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (14)
Jeff Golden (D)*,
James Manning (D)*,
Pam Marsh (D)*,
Janeen Sollman (D)*,
Maxine Dexter (D),
David Gomberg (D),
Ken Helm (D),
Zach Hudson (D),
Susan McLain (D),
Courtney Neron Misslin (D),
Katherine Pham (D),
Karin Power (D),
Lisa Reynolds (D),
Anna Williams (D),
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/26/2021)
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