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OH SB366

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/9/2022

Primary Sponsor

Louis Blessing

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Origin

Senate

134th General Assembly (2021-2022)

AI Summary

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

  • Defines "fair and reasonable terms" as costs and delivery terms equivalent to what manufacturers offer authorized repair providers, including net costs accounting for discounts and rebates, with documentation available at no charge except for physical printing costs.

  • Mandates manufacturers provide special documentation, tools, and parts needed to disable and reset electronic security locks on devices during repair, potentially through secure systems.

  • Classifies violations as unfair or deceptive practices under consumer protection law, allowing injured persons to pursue the same remedies available to consumers and granting the attorney general enforcement authority.

  • Exempts motor vehicles, medical devices, and products in medical settings from the requirement; does not require disclosure of trade secrets or alter authorized repair provider agreements, though provisions waiving compliance obligations are void and unenforceable.

Legislative Description

Enact Digital Fair Repair Act

Commerce

Last Action

Refer to Committee: Financial Institutions and Technology

11/15/2022

Committee Referrals

Financial Institutions and Technology11/15/2022

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