Colorado Right-to-Repair Bill Defeated in House Committee
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A Colorado bill aimed at expanding the state's right-to-repair law was defeated in a House committee vote. SB26-090, which had received unanimous support in the Senate, failed to advance after a hearing with public testimony from dozens of supporters and detractors. The bill's defeat means the existing 2024 Consumer Right to Repair Digital Electronic Equipment law remains unchanged.
Facts First
- SB26-090 was defeated in a Colorado House committee by a 7-to-4 vote and classified as postponed indefinitely.
- The bill had previously passed the Colorado Senate unanimously after a hearing on April 2 and a full Senate vote on April 16.
- Dozens of supporters and detractors provided public comments during the House committee hearing on a Monday evening.
- Cisco and IBM provided lobbying support for the proposed legislation.
- Colorado's existing right-to-repair law remains in effect, having gone into effect in January 2026.
What Happened
SB26-090, a bill to expand Colorado's right-to-repair laws, was defeated in the Colorado House’s State, Civic, Military, and Veterans Affairs Committee. The committee voted 7-to-4 against the bill, classifying it as postponed indefinitely. This followed a hearing where dozens of supporters and detractors provided public comments. The bill had previously passed the Colorado Senate unanimously, first in a committee hearing on April 2 and then in the full Senate on April 16. The bill had received lobbying support from Cisco and IBM.
Why this Matters to You
If you own a phone, computer, or Wi-Fi router in Colorado, your ability to repair these devices is governed by the existing 2024 Consumer Right to Repair Digital Electronic Equipment law. The defeat of this new bill means that law remains unchanged. You retain the right to access the tools and documentation required to modify and fix your digital electronics, as established by the 2024 law. The legislative debate suggests ongoing discussion about the scope of repair rights, which could lead to future proposals that might affect the availability of parts or the types of devices covered.
What's Next
The bill's classification as 'postponed indefinitely' typically means it is unlikely to be revived during the current legislative session. However, the significant public testimony and corporate lobbying involved indicate this is an active policy area. Future legislative sessions may see similar right-to-repair proposals introduced, potentially with modified language to address concerns raised during the committee hearing.