An Act relative to digital right to repair
This bill establishes a new chapter in Massachusetts law to protect the right to repair portable wireless devices, such as smartphones. It defines specific roles like "authorized repair providers" and "independent repair providers" to clarify who can legally fix these devices. The legislation requires manufacturers to provide necessary parts, tools, and technical documentation to independent repair shops on fair and reasonable terms, ensuring they have equal access to repair information. By mandating these provisions, the bill aims to allow consumers to choose where they get their devices fixed without being restricted by manufacturer policies.
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1 primary · 10 co-sponsors
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State
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Adrian Madaro
DDemocratic
Co
Angelo D'Emilia
RRepublican
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Bill Galvin
DDemocratic
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Carole Fiola
DDemocratic
Co
Dave Rogers
DDemocratic
Co
Jack Lewis
DDemocratic
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Jo Comerford
DDemocratic
Co
Jon Zlotnik
DDemocratic
Co
Lindsay Sabadosa
DDemocratic
Co
Sal DiDomenico
DDemocratic
Co
SM
Sam Montaño
DDemocratic
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