Apple lobbies against right-to-repair bill in Oregon, contradicting past support in California.

Apple has been found to be lobbying against a right to repair bill in Oregon, despite previously supporting a similar bill in California. The Oregon bill, SB 1596, aims to give consumers more options to repair their own electronic devices and reduce repair costs. If passed, it would require manufacturers to offer necessary documentation, parts, tools, and devices at a "fair cost" and on "reasonable" terms. However, Apple's lobbying efforts seem to suggest a difference in their stance on the issue depending on the state.

February 12, 2024
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