S. 4422, introduced by Senators Luján and Wyden, is known as the “Fair Repair Act.” This bill requires manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to provide independent repair providers and equipment owners access to necessary documentation, parts, and tools for diagnosis,...
Simple Explanation
The Fair Repair Act says that companies who make electronic gadgets must let others fix them by sharing instructions and parts, except for cars and medical devices. The rules help ensure people have fair and safe access to fix their stuff but keep some secrets safe.