The Entertainment Software Association had pushed for the exemption for game consoles, arguing that including them would have made it easier to add chips that allow people to play pirated games.
What a load of utter shit. It would allow consumers to fix their things without dealing with crooks. Take a good look at Asus, they’re only the latest example.
Why are there any exceptions to begin with
It sucks! I'd guess this was an attempt to get something on the books and maybe they go back for exemptions later. Article says an earlier bill only applied to wheelchairs and then later they expanded to include agricultural equipment.
I understand exception of medical devices where manufacturers carry huge responsibility if something goes wrong. But consoles???
And car chargers?!? Hell level 2 chargers are glorified extension cords. Why should they get an exception?
and more
I bet they included farming equipment in the exemption list...
The law passed on partisan lines, with Democrats in support and Republicans opposed,
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"Those materials have to be made available at the same prices the manufacturer charges to authorized repair providers."
One screen order $189. Three or more screens $120 a piece.
Sounds like ebay will be busy
Facts.
“Imagine if every time your car broke down, the only option you had for repair was the dealer. That's not a world any of us want to live in,” said Sen. Jeff Bridges, a Democrat who is one of the bill’s sponsors, at an earlier committee hearing.
About that...
The law also excludes motor vehicles, but independent mechanics and car owners already have similar rights under a 2014 memorandum of understanding
Not sure if a "memorandum of understanding" has the same legal force behind it the bill does. Hope so.
Dead car battery...hmmm do you remember your radio code? Nope? New radio! Sorry!
How can a state be so based
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