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HB 1060

Right to repair.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Sue Errington and 1 co-sponsor

Indiana HB 1060 grants consumers the legal right to repair owned equipment and devices without manufacturer restrictions or proprietary parts requirements.

Representative Errington added as coauthor
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Bill Summary · HB 1060

Legislative bill overview

HB 1060 is Indiana's right-to-repair legislation that would establish consumer rights to repair owned equipment, machinery, and devices without manufacturer restrictions. The bill aims to prevent manufacturers from using proprietary parts, software locks, and exclusive service agreements to force consumers into authorized repair channels.

Why is this important

Right-to-repair laws address a growing consumer frustration with products designed to be unrepairable or prohibitively expensive to fix. This affects farmers (equipment), consumers (phones, appliances), and small repair shops competing against manufacturer monopolies. The policy balances manufacturer interests in intellectual property and safety against consumer ownership rights and environmental concerns from electronic waste.

Potential points of contention

  • Manufacturer liability concerns: Manufacturers argue they need control over repairs to ensure safety, prevent counterfeit parts, and protect intellectual property and proprietary software
  • Scope definition: Unclear boundaries on what qualifies for right-to-repair (safety-critical systems, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, medical devices) could create unintended consequences
  • Economic impact on dealers: Authorized dealerships and service networks may lose revenue, potentially affecting rural service availability and employment in service sectors

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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