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OR HB2688

OR HB2688
Relating to a right to repair digital electronic equipment; prescribing an effective date.

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Introduced
01/14/2019
In Committee
01/15/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/30/2019

Introduced Session

2019 Legislative Measures

Bill Summary

Requires original equipment manufacturer to make available to owner of digital electronic equipment or independent repair provider on fair and reasonable terms any part, tool, service manual or other device, implement or information that original equipment manufacturer makes available to authorized repair provider for purpose of diagnosing, maintaining or repairing digital electronic equipment that original equipment manufacturer makes or supplies. Provides that violation of Act is unlawful trade practice under Unlawful Trade Practices Act. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.

AI Summary

This bill requires original equipment manufacturers to make available to owners of digital electronic equipment or independent repair providers, on fair and reasonable terms, any parts, tools, service manuals, or other information that the manufacturer makes available to authorized repair providers for the purpose of diagnosing, maintaining, or repairing the equipment. Violations of this requirement are considered unlawful trade practices under the Unlawful Trade Practices Act. The bill does not apply to manufacturers or dealers of motor vehicles or motor vehicle equipment. The bill takes effect 91 days after the adjournment of the 2019 regular legislative session.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (18)

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/30/2019)

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