The proposed bill establishes the "Digital Right to Repair" framework in Florida, specifically targeting portable wireless devices. It directs the Division of Law Revision to create a new part in the Florida Statutes, consisting of sections 559.971 to 559.976. The bill outlines definitions for key terms such as "authorized repair provider," "independent repair provider," and "manufacturer," and mandates that manufacturers must provide documentation, parts, and tools to device owners and independent repair providers on fair and reasonable terms. Additionally, it prohibits manufacturers from requiring authorized repair providers to purchase information in a proprietary format if it is available in a standardized format.
The bill also includes provisions for enforcement, allowing independent repair providers or owners to notify manufacturers of failures to provide necessary resources and to seek legal recourse if issues are not resolved. It clarifies that manufacturers are not required to disclose trade secrets and specifies that the law applies to devices sold or in use after July 1, 2025, with exceptions for devices approved by the FDA. The act is set to take effect on the same date.