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Small Business Calls on U.S. House to Advance REPAIR Act

Small Business Calls on U.S. House to Advance REPAIR Act

January 20, 2026

 NFIB continues fighting for the rights of independent repair shops

What it means: Automakers are trying to restrict access to vehicle information in order to prevent independent auto repair shops from making repairs. NFIB’s testimony to the U.S. House explains the impact the REPAIR Act would have by giving small businesses and consumers access to reliable and affordable vehicle repair.

Our take: NFIB has long advocated for the rights of independent auto repair shops. Advancing the REPAIR Act will eliminate barriers blocking data access for tools and repairs for autobody shops, give consumers more choices, and create more competition to drive down costs.

Take Action: Share how lowering auto repair costs benefits your small business!

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Local repair shops deserve an equal playing field. Automakers are restricting access to vehicle information, which is preventing independent auto repair shops from completing simple repairs. This costs small independent repair shops and consumers valuable time and money.

NFIB sent a sworn letter to the U.S. House highlighting the issues small businesses face when access to complete vehicle repairs is restricted. The bipartisan Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair (REPAIR) Act encourages competition by allowing small businesses and consumers to take their vehicles to local and trusted autobody shops, saving time and keeping money in hardworking communities.

With small businesses operating on tight margins, taking additional time to wait for repairs and traveling farther to have them done is a roadblock many small businesses cannot afford. The REPAIR Act will facilitate faster, safer, and more affordable auto repairs for small businesses nationwide.

Read the full testimony sent to the U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce detailing how this critical legislation benefits millions of Americans.

Take Action: Let Congress know what passing the REPAIR Act would mean for your small business!

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