HI HB53

Creates new chapter on "Digital Fair Repair" requiring original equipment manufacturers to make available documentation, parts, and tools to owners and independent repair providers on fair and reasonable terms for diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of digital electronic equipment.

Defines "fair and reasonable terms" as equivalent to costs and terms offered to authorized repair providers, including all discounts, rebates, delivery methods, and updates, at no charge for documentation (except reasonable costs for physical printed copies).

Requires manufacturers to provide access to documentation, tools, and parts needed to disable and reset electronic security locks on digital equipment.

Excludes motor vehicle manufacturers, motor vehicle equipment manufacturers, and motor vehicle dealers from the chapter's requirements.

Establishes violations as unfair or deceptive trade practices under Hawaii law; effective for equipment sold or in use on or after January 1, 2024.