Changes the laws regarding consumer products so that certain individuals and businesses have access to product repair information from certain manufacturers

HB 2871 requires manufacturers to provide independent repair shops and product owners with equal access to diagnostic tools, repair information, and service parts at fair prices, similar to what they offer their own authorized repair providers. It directly affects independent repair businesses (not affiliated with manufacturers) and consumers who own products like electronics or appliances (excluding motor vehicles). Key provisions mandate that manufacturers share firmware updates, safety/security patches, and diagnostic software in standardized formats, while protecting trade secrets and not requiring parts no longer available to the manufacturer. The bill aims to make repairs more accessible and affordable by breaking down information barriers imposed by manufacturers.