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WA HB1933
WA HB1933Supporting the servicing and right to repair of certain products with digital electronics in a secure and reliable manner.
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Introduced
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
In Committee
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024
04/12/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to supporting the servicing and right to repair 2 of certain products with digital electronics in a secure and reliable 3 manner to increase access and affordability for Washingtonians; and 4 adding a new chapter to Title 19 RCW. 5
AI Summary
This bill aims to broaden access to the information and tools necessary to repair digital electronic products, including computers, cell phones, appliances, agricultural equipment, and powered wheelchairs, in a secure and reliable manner. It requires original manufacturers to make available, on fair and reasonable terms, any parts, tools, and documentation required for the diagnosis, maintenance, or repair of such products to independent repair providers and owners. The bill also outlines requirements for authorized and independent repair providers to protect customer privacy and security during the repair process. The bill includes several exceptions and limitations, such as not requiring the disclosure of trade secrets or the provision of parts and tools for the purpose of modifying products. Violations of the bill's provisions are considered unfair or deceptive acts under the state's consumer protection act, which can be enforced by the Attorney General.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (21)
Mia Gregerson (D)*,
Steve Bergquist (D),
Liz Berry (D),
Beth Doglio (D),
Davina Duerr (D),
Joe Fitzgibbon (D),
Mary Fosse (D),
Mark Klicker (R),
Shelley Kloba (D),
Joel Kretz (R),
Nicole Macri (D),
Melanie Morgan (D),
Timm Ormsby (D),
Dave Paul (D),
Strom Peterson (D),
Alex Ramel (D),
Julia Reed (D),
Marcus Riccelli (D),
Clyde Shavers (D),
Tarra Simmons (D),
Chipalo Street (D),
Last Action
House Committee on Consumer Protection & Business Executive Session (13:30:00 1/17/2024 House Committee on Consumer Protection & Business) (on 01/17/2024)
Bill Topics
Agriculture
- ‐ General Agriculture
Banking, Finance, and Domestic Commerce
- ‐ Consumer Safety and Consumer Fraud
- ‐ Small Business
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1933&Year=2023&Initiative=false | 12/14/2023 |
| Fiscal Note - 1933 HB (Final) | https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=68934 | 01/11/2024 |
| House Bill Analysis 2024 | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/1933%20HBA%20CPB%2024.pdf | 01/11/2024 |
| Fiscal Note - 1933 HB (Partial) | https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=68908 | 01/10/2024 |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2023-24/Pdf/Bills/House%20Bills/1933.pdf | 12/14/2023 |
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