Right to Repair · Washington
Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair
HB 1255 - enacted in Washington.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2025
- Enacted
- 9
- States with right to repair laws
- 62/100
- Washington strictness
The bottom line
Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair is an enacted law in Washington, part of a still-emerging right to repair landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2026-01-01
- 9
- states have right to repair laws
- 10/10
- right to repair laws enacted nationally
- 62/100
- Washington strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official Washington legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
Regulatory Snapshot: Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair
Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair (HB 1255) is an enacted law in Washington under the Right to Repair category. It was enacted on 2025-05-06 and becomes effective on 2026-01-01. Washington currently reports 7 tracked regulations with 7 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 62/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch compiled this entry's data on 2026-03-18; consult the linked official source for the current, authoritative text.
Nationally, 10 right to repair statutes have been enacted and 0 additional bills remain pending - 9 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places Washington within a still-emerging right to repair landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in HB 1255 itself.
Applicability under Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair: Wheelchairs and power mobility devices in WA. Penalty exposure is documented as: AG enforcement. Notable exemptions: Safety-critical firmware..
Summary
Dedicated wheelchair/mobility device repair law.
Key Requirements
Manufacturers: parts, tools, docs, software to independent shops within 60 days.
Penalties
AG enforcement.
Applicability
Wheelchairs and power mobility devices in WA.
Exemptions
Safety-critical firmware.
Official Source
https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1255&Year=2025How Washington compares on right to repair
9 states regulate right to repair - Washington ranks #8 by overall regulatory strictness. Bar = state strictness score (0–100).
| # | State | Strictness |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 100 |
| 2 | Colorado | 76 |
| 3 | Texas | 69 |
| 4 | Connecticut | 62 |
| 5 | Minnesota | 62 |
| 6 | New York | 62 |
| 7 | Oregon | 62 |
| 8 | Washington (this state) | 62 |
| 9 | Massachusetts | 48 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have right to repair regulations?
As of the last verification, 9 states have enacted right to repair regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. Washington is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all right to repair regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair enacted?
Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair was enacted on 2025-05-06 and became effective on 2026-01-01. It was introduced as HB 1255.
What are the penalties for violating Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair?
AG enforcement. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair apply to small businesses?
Wheelchairs and power mobility devices in WA. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.
How does Washington compare to other states on right to repair?
Washington has a regulatory strictness score of 62/100, based on 7 enacted regulations out of 7 tracked. Nationally, 9 states have enacted right to repair laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair?
The official text of Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair (HB 1255) is available from the Washington legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.
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The bottom line
This law is already in force - here's what matters for right to repair compliance.
- Washington Wheelchair Right to Repair is enacted in Washington, effective 2026-01-01. Official source
- 9 states now regulate right to repair; Washington ranks #8 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation Washington tracks across all five policy areas. Washington profile
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