Rhode Island H7180 establishes a right to repair for digital electronic equipment sold in the state from January 1, 2027.

Rhode Island H7180, known as the Digital Electronics Right to Repair Act, mandates that digital electronic equipment and parts sold in the state from January 1, 2027, can be repaired by independent repair providers. The act prohibits original equipment manufacturers from using parts pairing or other mechanisms to prevent the installation or functioning of non-manufacturer approved parts, inhibit part functioning, create false alerts, charge additional fees, or limit who can purchase parts or perform repairs.

Rhode Island H7180 establishes a right to repair for digital electronic equipment sold in the state from January 1, 2027.

Rhode Island H7180, known as the Digital Electronics Right to Repair Act, mandates that digital electronic equipment and parts sold in the state from January 1, 2027, can be repaired by independent repair providers. The act prohibits original equipment manufacturers from using parts pairing or other mechanisms to prevent the installation or functioning of non-manufacturer approved parts, inhibit part functioning, create false alerts, charge additional fees, or limit who can purchase parts or perform repairs.