Traction Control: Navigating Repair Rights Amid Cybersecurity Concerns

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Your right to repair your own devices is under threat. Join Stacey Miller and her guest, Paul Roberts, cybersecurity expert, publisher, and editor-in-chief of The Security Ledger, and founder of Secure Repairs. Paul takes us through his transformative journey from cybersecurity journalism to becoming a leading advocate for the right to repair. We'll explore the critical importance of repairability across industries like automotive, agriculture, and personal electronics while debunking myths surrounding the security risks of repair. Paul’s impactful work, including his contributions at FTC's Nixing the Fix, sheds light on the ongoing fight to ensure repair remains a viable option for all.
Our conversation turns to the international stage, comparing the EU's comprehensive right to repair laws with state-level initiatives in the United States. Discover the strengths and limitations of these laws and the broader implications for sustainability and the circular economy. Despite bipartisan support, federal legislation like HR 906 encounters significant roadblocks in Congress. We'll discuss the urgent need for public and political advocacy to move these initiatives forward and emphasize how direct engagement with lawmakers can help ensure legislation meets the needs of constituents.
Finally, we tackle the complexities of passing and implementing right to repair laws, particularly in the automotive, electronics, and agriculture sectors. Hear about the challenges posed by industry lobbyists and the difficulties small business owners face in making their voices heard. We’ll also highlight the role of the automotive industry in setting precedents for right to repair laws and discuss the significance of cybersecurity, resilience, and maintainability in modern legislation. Learn about advocacy efforts like SERF and how they aim to ensure manufacturers uphold their responsibilities to consumers. Don’t miss this engaging and enlightening discussion on the future of repairability and secure devices.

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1. Traction Control: Navigating Repair Rights Amid Cybersecurity Concerns (00:00:00)

2. The Fight for Right to Repair (00:00:13)

3. Right to Repair Progress and Challenges (00:10:24)

4. Legislative Interference and Grassroots Advocacy (00:19:08)

5. Cybersecurity and Software Legislation Impact (00:31:13)

6. Auto Care Right to Repair Discussion (00:46:46)