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COLORADO RIGHT-TO-REPAIR LAW SURVIVES REPEAL BID

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SAT, MAY 9, 2026

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A manufacturer-backed effort to repeal Colorado's right-to-repair law has failed. The state's landmark legislation remains intact.

Colorado's right-to-repair law, which requires manufacturers to provide repair parts and documentation to consumers and independent repair shops, has withstood an industry challenge. Manufacturers, including major tech and equipment makers, mounted a coordinated campaign to overturn the legislation. The effort centered on arguments that the law would increase costs and compromise product security. The repeal attempt ultimately stalled in the legislature, preserving the consumer protection measure. The law grants residents the ability to repair their own devices rather than relying solely on manufacturer service centers. Colorado joins a growing number of states considering or implementing right-to-repair protections. Massachusetts, New York, and California have pursued similar legislation in recent years, driven by consumer frustration with repair monopolies and environmental concerns over electronic waste. The failed repeal attempt signals continued momentum for the right-to-repair movement despite industry opposition.

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