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NewsFlorida DailyAugust 12, 2026Hillsborough

Congressman Neal Dunn introduces the REPAIR Act to expand vehicle repair access

The proposed REPAIR Act aims to prevent automakers from restricting access to vehicle repair data, diagnostic tools, and software. The bill seeks to allow vehicle owners to choose independent repair shops instead of being limited to dealership-only networks.

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Why It Matters

This legislation could lower repair costs for vehicle owners and increase business for independent local mechanics by breaking the monopoly automakers currently hold over repair information.

Key Facts

  • The REPAIR Act is designed to stop automakers from locking drivers into dealership-only repair networks.
  • Automakers currently use proprietary software, repair data, and diagnostic tools to limit repair options.
  • The bill aims to reduce costs for consumers by fostering competition in the auto repair market.
  • Independent mechanics are currently being squeezed out of the market due to lack of access to necessary repair information.

Who's Mentioned

other345,000“Number of employees in independent repair shops”personNeal Dunn“Florida Congressman sponsoring the REPAIR Act”other82,500“Number of family-owned repair shops”personBill Herle“State Director for the NFIB”organizationNational Federation of Independent Business“Advocacy group supporting the bill”