Maine Considers Right to Repair Law for Electronics

Proposed legislation would give consumers more options to fix their devices.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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A bipartisan bill in the Maine legislature, LD 1908, would extend the state's Right to Repair law to cover electronic devices. This would require manufacturers to provide the parts, tools and information needed for consumers and local repair shops to fix their electronics, rather than having to go through the manufacturer. Supporters say this would reduce e-waste, save money, and empower Mainers to be more self-reliant in repairing their devices.

Why it matters

Maine currently lacks protections against manufacturers restricting consumers' ability to repair their own electronics. Expanding the Right to Repair law could extend the lifespan of devices, reduce environmental waste, and give Mainers more control over the products they own.

The details

LD 1908 was approved by committee in Augusta and is now headed to the state Senate for a vote. If passed, the law would require manufacturers to provide the necessary parts, tools and repair information to allow consumers and local repair shops to fix their electronics. This could apply to a wide range of devices, from smartphones to appliances.

  • LD 1908 was approved by committee in Augusta in early 2026.
  • The bill is now headed to the Maine State Senate for a vote.

The players

Sen. Mike Tipping

The Democratic state senator from Orono who sponsored the bipartisan Right to Repair bill, LD 1908.

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What they’re saying

“Mainers are a resourceful and handy bunch, and with new consumer protections, will be able to repair and mend more of their stuff.”

— Tony Santangelo (pressherald.com)

What’s next

The Maine State Senate will vote on LD 1908 in the coming weeks. If passed, the bill would then go to the governor for signature into law.

The takeaway

Expanding Maine's Right to Repair law to cover electronics would empower consumers, reduce waste, and promote a more sustainable and self-reliant approach to device repair in the state.