MN HF1156

Requires original equipment manufacturers to make available documentation, parts, tools, and embedded software updates to independent repair providers and equipment owners on fair and reasonable terms for diagnosis, maintenance, or repair of digital electronic equipment sold or used in Minnesota.

Defines "fair and reasonable terms" as costs and delivery equivalent to what is offered to authorized repair providers, including discounts and rebates; documentation must be provided at no charge except for reasonable printing and shipping costs if requested in physical form.

Mandates manufacturers provide special documentation, tools, and parts needed to reset electronic security locks or functions when disabled during repair, potentially through secure release systems.

Excludes motor vehicles, motor vehicle equipment, motor vehicle manufacturers and dealers, and medical devices as defined under federal law from the fair repair requirements.

Establishes violations as unlawful practices enforceable by the state attorney general under chapter 8, with the law effective January 1, 2023, applying to equipment sold or in use on or after January 1, 2022.