Tech Companies Are Trying to Neuter Colorado's Landmark Right-to-Repair Law

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Right-to-repair laws have been expanding in the US, with Colorado leading through state legislation passed since 2022 for wheelchairs, farming equipment, and electronics.
A new Colorado bill, SB26-090, aims to exempt critical infrastructure IT equipment from right-to-repair laws, supported by manufacturers like Cisco and IBM citing cybersecurity and profit concerns.
Repair advocates and organizations oppose the bill, criticizing its vague language on 'information technology' and 'critical infrastructure,' arguing it allows manufacturers to control repairs and undermines security.
The bill advanced through a committee and awaits votes in the Colorado Senate and House, with potential nationwide implications as manufacturers push to alter repair laws in other states.

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