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Introduced
04/17/2018
04/17/2018
In Committee
05/07/2018
05/07/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislationfor legislation to establish fair and reasonable terms for providing diagnostic, service or repair information and services for digital electronic products,- reports the accompanying resolve (Senate, No. 2430).
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special commission to research and make recommendations to the Massachusetts legislature on the feasibility of requiring manufacturers of digital electronic products to make diagnostic and repair information, software, and related documentation available to independent repair facilities and product owners free of charge, similar to what is provided to authorized repair providers. The commission will include representatives from various stakeholder groups, such as consumer advocates, medical device manufacturers, recycling experts, and cybersecurity specialists, and will explore issues related to the repair of consumer electronics, medical equipment, and farm equipment, among others. The commission is required to file a report with its recommendations and proposed legislation or regulatory changes by November 30, 2018.
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
New draft substituted, see S2630 (on 07/25/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2430 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2430.pdf |
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