Bill > HR7404

This bill, known as the Fair Repair Act, requires original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of digital electronic equipment to make documentation, parts, and tools available to independent repair providers and owners on fair and reasonable terms, meaning at costs and terms comparable to what OEMs offer their authorized repair providers. It specifically prohibits OEMs from using "parts pairing," a practice where software links specific parts to a device, to prevent the installation or functioning of non-manufacturer approved parts, reduce functionality, create false alerts, charge extra fees for future repairs, or limit who can purchase parts or perform repairs. The bill also clarifies that OEMs cannot be held liable for damages resulting from repairs done by independent providers or owners, nor are they required to warranty such repairs, and it includes exceptions for motor vehicles, medical devices, certain off-road vehicles, and safety communications equipment. Enforcement will be handled by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and State Attorneys General, treating violations as unfair or deceptive practices, and the act will take effect 60 days after enactment.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/7404/all-info