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Introduced
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
In Committee
01/11/2022
01/11/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
"Fair Repair Act"; concerns repairs to certain consumer electronics.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Fair Repair Act," concerns the rights of independent repair providers and owners to access diagnostic, service, and repair documentation, as well as equipment and service parts, for certain consumer electronics sold or used in the state. The bill requires original equipment manufacturers to provide this information and parts to independent repair providers and owners on fair and reasonable terms, with some exceptions. It also prohibits manufacturers from requiring authorized repair providers to purchase diagnostic tools in proprietary formats if a standardized format is available. The bill excludes motor vehicles and their manufacturers from its provisions.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (15)
Ralph Caputo (D)*,
Paul Moriarty (D)*,
Carol Murphy (D)*,
Daniel Benson (D),
Clinton Calabrese (D),
Herbert Conaway (D),
John DiMaio (R),
Mila Jasey (D),
Robert Karabinchak (D),
Michele Matsikoudis (R),
John McKeon (D),
Erik Peterson (R),
Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D),
Lisa Swain (D),
Chris Tully (D),
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee (on 01/11/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A1538 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A2000/1538_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/A2000/1538_I1.PDF |
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