‘Right to repair’ legislation being proposed in Canada

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A Canadian lawmaker is proposing legislation that would make it easier for consumers and independent repair shops to fix brand-name computers and cell phones. The proposal is just the latest effort in the so-called ‘Right To Repair’ movement. The World’s Carol Hills interviews Michael Coteau, who represents a district in Ontario, Canada. 

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