Committee approves exemption for home‑security systems in digital repair bill and reports SB111 out of committee

SB111, a measure to address limitations on repair of certain consumer electronic devices, cleared the House Labor and Commerce Committee on Feb. 14 after members adopted an amendment exempting home security systems.

Sponsor staff summarized SB111 as aligning with prior House legislation to reduce manufacturer obstacles to repair and to support in‑state small repair businesses. Several members expressed concern that the bill's scope was broad and that exemptions were needed to avoid allowing noncompany technicians to access or intrude on home security systems.

A proposed amendment (o.a.1) to exempt home security systems from the bill’s reach was adopted after debate and a tally; committee members who opposed the underlying measure said the bill needs more work on practical implications and potential costs.

The committee voted to report SB111 out of committee as amended; the roll call recorded 4 yeas and 3 nays. Members said the bill requires further review as it proceeds through the legislative process.