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Introduced
07/25/2018
07/25/2018
In Committee
07/26/2018
07/26/2018
Crossed Over
07/25/2018
07/25/2018
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the digital right to repair (Senate, No. 2430),-- reports, that the matter be placed on the orders of the Day for the next session, with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2630).
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special commission to research and make recommendations to the legislature on the feasibility of requiring manufacturers of digital electronic products, such as consumer electronics and medical devices, to make available to independent repair facilities or product owners the necessary parts, tools, diagnostic and repair information, and related documentation on fair and reasonable terms. The commission will consist of 23 members, including representatives from state government, industry, and consumer advocacy groups, and will be tasked with exploring the potential benefits and challenges of a "digital right to repair" policy. The commission is required to file a report with its recommendations within 6 months of the bill's effective date.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2630 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2630.pdf |
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