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ID S1300

ID S1300
Amends and adds to exisitng law to establish a right to repair electronic equipment and provides that an original equipment manufacturer that fails to allow for a right to repair commits an unfair trade practice as well as an unfair restraint of trade.


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Introduced
02/07/2020
In Committee
02/10/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2020

Introduced Session

2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RIGHT TO REPAIR -- Amends and adds to exisitng law to establish a right to repair electronic equipment and provides that an original equipment manufacturer that fails to allow for a right to repair commits an unfair trade practice as well as an unfair restraint of trade.

AI Summary

This bill amends and adds to existing law to establish a right to repair electronic equipment. It provides that an original equipment manufacturer that fails to allow for a right to repair commits an unfair trade practice as well as an unfair restraint of trade. The bill defines key terms like "consumer," "electronic equipment," and "independent repair facility." It requires original equipment manufacturers to make available service literature, functional parts, diagnostic equipment, and proprietary tools to independent repair facilities and consumers for the duration of the product's service life. The bill also includes exemptions for certain industries and situations, such as tuned or modified vehicles.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Commerce and Human Resources Committee (Senate)

Last Action

Reported Printed; referred to Commerce & Human Resources (on 02/10/2020)

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