A new bill in the New York Legislature seeks to inform consumers about the repairability of digital devices before purchase. The Electronic Repairs Scores Act would require manufacturers to assign a 1-to-10 repairability score for all electronics sold in the state, aiming to reduce e-waste and encourage durable product design. Modeled after a French law, the proposal builds on 2022’s Fair Repair Act, which granted consumers limited rights to fix their own devices.
Supporters believe the measure would pressure manufacturers to create easier-to-repair products, much like how car buyers consider maintenance costs before purchasing. The state attorney general would oversee the program, and advocacy groups argue it could further strengthen right-to-repair protections. Some manufacturers already rank high in repairability, while others lag due to restrictive policies.
If passed, this bill could reshape the tech market, holding manufacturers accountable for device longevity and providing transparency for consumers.
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