https://techcrunch.com/2023/10/24/apple-government-officials-lend-support-to-federal-right-to-repair-law/

This afternoon, the Biden White House convened a meeting of top executives and government officials to discuss growing calls to institute right to repair on a national level. The virtual meeting came two weeks after California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 244 into law, creating requirements for consumer electronics and appliance manufacturers to allow easier access to repair manuals and other resources.

Apple famously came out in favor of the California legislation, representing a shift for the company. Fittingly, it was present on today’s call, alongside individuals representing the farm equipment and automotive sectors. While SB 244 focused on mostly consumer electronics (with the exclusion of game consoles) and many appliances, it lacks farm and automotive provisions.