ARA issued a statement on today supporting the Executive Order signed by President Biden on July 9 that calls on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to institute rules to curb anti-competitive restrictions that limit consumers’ repair choices. The Executive order includes dozens of specific initiatives, including a requirement that the FTC undertake a rulemaking on repair and maintenance.
“The ARA has been a member of the national Right to Repair Coalition for several years,” said ARA President, Scott Robertson. “I have seen the issue gain traction in my home state of Massachusetts where a ballot initiative specific to motor vehicles
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