Consumer protection; electronics manufacturers required to allow repair of goods; civil penalties for violations

HB 476, the Right to Repair Act, requires electronics manufacturers to provide repair documentation, tools, and replacement parts to consumers and independent repair shops on fair terms for at least five years after a product's last production date. It prohibits manufacturers from imposing technical or contractual barriers to repair access and allows consumers or repair providers to sue for violations, with penalties up to $10,000 per violation. Manufacturers may seek limited exemptions for safety, health, or privacy risks, but must justify these to the Attorney General. The law aims to reduce repair barriers, lower costs, and decrease electronic waste by making repairs more accessible.