The proposed bill establishes the "Digital Right to Repair" framework in Florida, focusing on portable wireless devices and agricultural equipment. It requires manufacturers to provide owners and independent repair providers with access to necessary documentation, parts, and tools for maintenance and repair on fair and reasonable terms. The bill prohibits manufacturers from mandating that authorized repair providers purchase proprietary information if it is available in a standardized format. It also allows independent repair providers or owners to file complaints in circuit court if manufacturers do not comply with these requirements.
Additionally, the bill defines key terms such as "authorized repair provider," "independent repair provider," and "manufacturer," and specifies that these provisions will apply to devices sold or in use after July 1, 2025. It mandates that original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) provide diagnostic and repair information, including technical updates and corrections to embedded software, at no charge or under the same conditions as authorized repair providers. The bill clarifies that OEMs are not required to disclose trade secrets unless necessary for compliance and outlines civil penalties for violations, with the act set to take effect on July 1, 2025.