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Automotive industry, repair shops clash in Economic Matters hearing over HB 843 right-to-repair bill
Summary
Delegate Kevin Hornberger told the House Economic Matters Committee that HB 843 would require automakers to make repair information, telematics and diagnostics available to independent repair shops and consumers.
Delegate Kevin Hornberger presented House Bill 843, a proposal he said would “protect consumers' rights to decide where and with what parts they can use to repair and maintain their vehicles.” Hornberger told the House Economic Matters Committee the bill would give independent repair shops and aftermarket-parts providers access to vehicle telematics, diagnostic tools and repair information at a fair price.
“This legislation protects consumers' rights to decide where and with what parts they can use to repair and maintain their vehicles,” Hornberger said in his opening remarks.
Supporters included Kirk McCauley, who spoke for service stations, convenience stores and automotive…
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