Reported by CommitteeFiled Jan 28, 2026
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
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House: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
Jan 28, 2026
Summary
The bill adds a new chapter that obligates manufacturers of portable wireless devices to provide owners and independent repair providers with documentation, parts and tools on fair and reasonable terms. It protects manufacturers’ trade secrets, limits their liability for damage caused by third‑party repairs, and forces independent shops to disclose they are not authorized. The aim is to expand consumer choice and support the right‑to‑repair movement.
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