HB1512

Requiring manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make available to owners and independent repair providers, on fair and reasonable terms, documentation, parts and tools used to diagnose, maintain and repair digital electronic equipment; and imposing a penalty.

Chamber Passed·10/27/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB1512 mandates that manufacturers provide documentation, parts, and tools for digital electronic equipment repairs to owners and.

HB1512, known as the Right-to-Repair Act, requires manufacturers of digital electronic equipment to make documentation, parts, and tools available to owners and independent repair providers on fair and reasonable terms. This includes software or mechanisms for provisioning, pairing new parts, calibrating functionality, and performing updates. The act imposes civil penalties for violations, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 per violation. It excludes certain equipment like motor vehicles, medical devices, and security systems.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 23–14 · Oct 27, 2025
Current
Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

110 Yea

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93 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 11, 2025

9:00 AM

Commerce (h) Hearing

History

Nov 5, 2025

Senate

Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure

Oct 27, 2025

House

Re-reported as committed

Oct 27, 2025

House

Third consideration and final passage (110-93)