HB5722

Trade: other; original equipment manufacturers of motorized wheelchairs to provide certain parts, tools, and documentation to owners and independent repair providers; require. Amends sec. 3 of 1976 PA 331 (MCL 445.903) & adds sec. 3p.

Introduced·3/17/26
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Michigan HB5722 requires original equipment manufacturers of motorized wheelchairs to provide necessary parts, tools, and documentation to.

Michigan HB5722 amends the state's consumer protection laws to mandate that original equipment manufacturers of motorized wheelchairs must provide independent repair providers and owners with necessary documentation, parts, embedded software, firmware, or tools for servicing these devices. The bill specifies that manufacturers cannot refuse to provide these items on the grounds that they are trade secrets. It also allows manufacturers to charge for printed copies of documentation if the fee covers the actual cost.

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History

Mar 18

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/17/2026

Mar 17

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Sharon Macdonell

Mar 17

House

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