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NC H752
Bill
Status
Introduced
4/18/2023
Primary Sponsor
Mary Belk
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AI Summary
- Requires original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of medical imaging and radiation therapy equipment to provide support documentation, tools, and parts to equipment owners and independent repair providers for diagnostic, maintenance, and repair services
- OEMs must provide access to support documentation at no charge (except actual printing and shipping costs for printed copies) and automatically notify all known owners and independent repair providers when documentation is updated
- OEMs must provide access to tools at no cost without requiring authorization or registration, including tools needed to access or reset electronic security locks
- Parts must be made available to owners and independent repair providers at the same costs and terms as the most favorable agreement between the OEM and any authorized repair provider
- Violations are classified as unfair or deceptive trade practices under Chapter 75 of the General Statutes; manufacturers may not divulge trade secrets but cannot limit these obligations through contractual agreements; act becomes effective July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Medical Equipment Right to Repair Act
Commerce; Health Services; Manufacturing; Public; Medical Equipment
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House
4/19/2023
Committee Referrals
Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House4/19/2023
Full Bill Text
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