The proposed bill aims to improve consumer access to affordable and reliable digital electronic products in Washington state by establishing a framework for servicing and the right to repair these products. It emphasizes the importance of providing consumers, especially those in rural and low-income areas, with the necessary information, parts, and tools to repair digital electronics such as computers, cell phones, and appliances. The bill introduces definitions for key terms, including "authorized repair provider," "independent repair provider," and "digital electronic product," and mandates that original manufacturers make parts, tools, and documentation available to independent repair providers and consumers on fair and reasonable terms starting January 1, 2026.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of repair providers regarding customer privacy and security during repairs and clarifies that original manufacturers are not required to disclose trade secrets or provide parts for modifications. It introduces new legal provisions concerning the liability of original manufacturers and authorized repair providers, stating they are not liable for damages caused by independent repair providers unless due to design or manufacturing defects. The bill also establishes that the practices covered are of significant public interest and constitute unfair or deceptive acts under the consumer protection act, granting enforcement authority solely to the attorney general. Furthermore, it creates a new chapter in Title 19 RCW, which may be cited as the "right to repair act."