Contact Congress about H.R. 1566: REPAIR Act
Car owners could choose more repair shops and give those shops access to needed vehicle data. Car makers would have to share key repair tools and information on fair terms. The FTC would enforce the rules.
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REPAIR Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Latest action on H.R. 1566: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects car owners, independent repair shops, car makers, dealers, parts makers, tool makers, towing providers, insurers, and companies that handle vehicle data. Owners would get more repair choice and more control over who sees their car data. Independent shops and aftermarket businesses could get access that is closer to what dealer networks receive. Car makers and dealers would face new sharing, notice, privacy, and complaint rules.
Why this matters: Modern cars can be hard to fix without digital data, software access, and special tools. This bill could make it easier for owners to use independent repair shops instead of relying on dealer networks. It could affect repair prices, wait times, competition, and control over vehicle data. It also raises tradeoffs around safety, cybersecurity, privacy, and how much federal law should replace state rules.
Key provisions in H.R. 1566
- Car makers would have to give owners and chosen third parties access to vehicle-generated repair data. Access must work through physical ports, including OBD and J-1939 ports, and through wireless telematics when the vehicle has them, on the same terms and protections given to dealers and authorized repair shops.
- Car makers would have to share “critical repair information and tools,” meaning the information and equipment needed to diagnose, fix, service, or calibrate a vehicle. They could not add extra limits or charge more than they charge their own networks or other third parties.
- Car makers could not use software blocks or legal terms to limit where owners get repairs, towing, or service. That includes waivers tied to buying, leasing, or getting warranty service for a vehicle.
- Repair guides could not force owners or shops to use a specific brand of parts, tools, or equipment. The only exceptions are recall and warranty work, and brand recommendations must include a standard notice that owners have a choice.
- Car makers could not limit how many people or businesses an owner names to receive vehicle-generated data. They also could not limit what types of designees the owner may choose.
How Modern Action helps you take action on H.R. 1566
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Questions people ask about H.R. 1566
- What is H.R. 1566?
- Car owners could choose more repair shops and give those shops access to needed vehicle data. Car makers would have to share key repair tools and information on fair terms. The FTC would enforce the rules.
- How do I support or oppose H.R. 1566?
- Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.
- Who should I contact about H.R. 1566?
- Modern Action uses your location to route the action to the congressional offices relevant to the bill and your representation.
- Can Modern Action explain H.R. 1566 before I act?
- Yes. Modern Action gives you a plain-English summary, current status, and action context before you send anything.
