- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 3
- Latest action
- Feb 5, 2026
What it does
The Fair Repair Act would require original equipment manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to provide independent repair providers and equipment owners with access to documentation, diagnostic information, parts, and tools on fair and reasonable terms for repair and maintenance purposes. It prohibits manufacturers from using parts pairing or similar mechanisms to restrict the use of non-manufacturer parts, reduce device functionality, create deceptive warnings, charge extra fees, or limit who can perform repairs. Enforcement would be handled by the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general, with specific exemptions for motor vehicles, medical devices, off-road vehicles,…
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