COLORADO DEFEATS ANTI-REPAIR BILL

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WED, APR 29, 2026

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Colorado has blocked legislation that would have restricted consumers' right to repair their own devices. The failed bill represents a victory for right-to-repair advocates against manufacturer pressure.

Colorado's anti-repair bill has been defeated, preserving the state's position as a leader in repair legislation. The measure would have given manufacturers greater control over device repairs and parts availability. Manufacturers lobbied heavily to pass the bill, seeking to limit third-party repairs and independent service options. The effort failed despite industry pressure. Colorado previously passed the Right to Repair Act in 2022, requiring manufacturers to sell parts and provide repair documentation to consumers and independent repair shops. The state has maintained this consumer-friendly stance against repeated attempts to reverse or weaken these protections. The defeat signals continued momentum for right-to-repair movements nationwide, as consumers and advocacy groups push back against manufacturer restrictions that extend product lifecycles and reduce electronic waste.

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