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Oversight Body’s Role, Membership Structure Proposed in Maine Right to Repair Report

A working group has finalized the recommendations it will send to the Maine State Legislature for a new entity that will oversee enforcement of the state's right to repair law.
Brian Bradley
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Federal REPAIR Act Reintroduced in Congress

Proponents say the REPAIR Act would ensure access to vehicle repair data while keeping it secure from cybersecurity risks.
Abby Andrews
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ABAT Rallies Collision Repairers to Advocate for Right to Appraisal Bill in Austin

Repair professionals from across Texas will head to the Capitol in late March to urge lawmakers to protect consumer rights.
Leona Scott
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New SAFE Repair Act Proposes Stronger Consumer Protections in Federal Right to Repair Debate

The developers of the SAFE Repair Act say it would codify vehicle data access while adding safeguards for consumers.
Abby Andrews
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TechTalk360 Webinar to Look at How Federal Administration Will Affect Collision Repairers

Bob Redding, president of a government affairs firm in Washington, D.C., will give his perspective on what changes will mean for the industry.
Autobody News Staff
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Judge Dismisses Automakers’ Lawsuit Against Massachusetts Right to Repair Law

The written decision remains under seal, but it effectively upholds the Massachusetts Right to Repair law approved by voters in 2020.
Autobody News Staff
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'On the Road with Mike Anderson' Live Podcast Explores Rhode Island’s Extensive Collision Repair Laws

Randy Bottella, president of the Auto Body Association of Rhode Island, spoke about the long road to passing laws helping repairers and customers alike.
Abby Andrews
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Automaker Group Files Lawsuit Challenging Maine Right to Repair Law

The Alliance for Automotive Innovation said compliance with the law is "impossible" until an enforcement entity is established.
Brian Bradley
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New York Assembly Bill Aims to Boost Consumer Transparency in Collision Repairs

The bill would regulate the use of replacement parts and set disclosure requirements, but parts distributors warn it will increase costs.
Ben Shimkus
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U.S. Appeals Court Strikes Down FTC’s Auto Dealer Regulations

The FTC sought to protect consumers from bait-and-switch tactics and unnecessary add-on charges, but opponents said the rule would increase paperwork, add complexity and raise costs.
Autobody News Staff

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