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WA SB5680
Bill
Status
5/19/2025
Primary Sponsor
Drew Hansen
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AI Summary
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Requires mobility device manufacturers to provide documentation, parts, embedded software, firmware, and tools to independent repair providers and device owners on fair and reasonable terms, effective July 27, 2025
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Covers power wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and power assist devices for manual wheelchairs used by people with physical disabilities
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Documentation and tools must be provided at no charge (except reasonable costs for physical copies); parts must be offered at terms equivalent to what authorized repair providers receive
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Independent repair providers must give consumers written notice that they are not authorized by the manufacturer and disclose whether they use non-manufacturer parts
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Violations are enforceable solely by the Washington Attorney General under the Consumer Protection Act (chapter 19.86 RCW)
Legislative Description
Establishing a right to repair for mobility equipment for persons with physical disabilities.
Last Action
Effective date 7/27/2025.
5/19/2025