Advocates hope a wave of laws newly enacted in 2026 will boost momentum for repair bills addressing consumer electronics, wheelchairs, farm equipment and vehicles.

Have a Terrible Electronics Repair Experience? The FTC Wants to Know The US regulator wants to learn more about consumers' experiences repairing their electronics, including whether they were able to ...

Corinne Reichert (she/her) grew up in Sydney, Australia and moved to California in 2019. She holds degrees in law and communications, and currently writes news, analysis and features for CNET across ...

Colorado’s bill, which takes effect on January 1st, 2026, covers almost anything with a chip and prohibits ‘parts pairing.’ Colorado’s bill, which takes effect on January 1st, 2026, covers almost ...