H5114

Relative to consumer connected devices

Introduced·1/27/26
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H5114 mandates manufacturers to disclose support periods for consumer connected devices and ensures continued security updates.

Massachusetts H5114 establishes regulations for consumer connected devices, requiring manufacturers to disclose a minimum guaranteed support period for technical support, security updates, and bug fixes. This disclosure must be made at the point of sale, on product packaging, and on the manufacturer's website. Manufacturers must also notify consumers six months before the end of the support period, detailing potential issues such as cybersecurity risks and performance degradation.

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Where it stands

Current
Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 23

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Hearing

Jun 23

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Hearing

History

Jun 23

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 06/23/2026 from 10:00 AM-11:35 AM in B-1 Hearing updated to New End Time

Jun 11

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/23/2026 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-1

Feb 12

Senate

Senate concurred