Fair Repair Act Would Ban Device Makers From Blocking Third-Party Repairs, Parts
The Fair Repair Act is currently sitting in the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. No action has been taken on this bill since February 4, 2026. Because the committee has not held a vote or hearing in five months, the bill is effectively stalled.
This bill’s path across every version that has carried it.
Reintroduced
Reintroduced from H.R. 8544 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 8544 (118th) →Scores run from -100 (strongly harmful) to +100 (strongly beneficial) for each group, combining impact, certainty, scope, and duration ratings of 1-5. How impact scoring works
While this bill exempts motor vehicles and off-road vehicles, farmers who rely on digital electronic equipment like GPS systems, irrigation controllers, grain monitors, and other tech tools embedded in their operations could benefit from easier access to repair parts and documentation. However, most heavy farm equipment (tractors, combines) likely falls under the off-road vehicle exemption, limiting the bill's reach for this group.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Bipartisan lawmakers introduced the Fair Repair Act, aiming to lower costs for consumers by requiring manufacturers to provide diagnostic information, parts, and tools on fair terms. The bill specifically targets software locks and 'parts pairing' that prevent independent repairs.
Minnesota's Digital Fair Repair Act requires manufacturers to make tools, parts, and documentation available to independent repair providers and owners on fair terms. The law aims to help 'mom and pop' shops compete and reduce electronic waste by extending device lifespans.
Rep. Joseph Morelle filed the Fair Repair Act to require manufacturers to provide device owners and independent repair stores access to tools and parts. The bill empowers the FTC to penalize violators and authorizes state attorneys general to enforce its provisions.
No votes recorded for this bill yet.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Fair Repair Act
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