3D Printing restrictions and bans: Difference between revisions
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==='''Loss of ownership'''=== | ==='''Loss of ownership'''=== | ||
Locks, applied either via software or hardware, most likely will block the end-user from having the capability to repair, modify, or maintain printers they legally own. On the legal front, the end-user cannot bypass these locks thanks to [[DMCA Section 1201|section 1201]] of the [[Digital Millennium Copyright Act]]. On the corporate front, [[e-fuses]], [[Digital rights management|DRM]], and more will likely be applied in an attempt to block the end-user from repairing, modifying, or maintaining their 3D printers for the sake of legal compliance, despite regular maintenance being mandatory for the functionality of these printers.<ref>{{Cite web |last=3DISM |date=May 1, 2025 |title=3D Printer Maintenance Checklist (Monthly, Weekly Tasks) |url=https://3dism.org/3d-printer-maintenance-checklist-monthly-weekly-tasks/ |access-date=Mar 28, 2025 |website= | Locks, applied either via software or hardware, most likely will block the end-user from having the capability to repair, modify, or maintain printers they legally own. On the legal front, the end-user cannot bypass these locks thanks to [[DMCA Section 1201|section 1201]] of the [[Digital Millennium Copyright Act]]. On the corporate front, [[e-fuses]], [[Digital rights management|DRM]], and more will likely be applied in an attempt to block the end-user from repairing, modifying, or maintaining their 3D printers for the sake of legal compliance, despite regular maintenance being mandatory for the functionality of these printers.<ref>{{Cite web |last=3DISM |date=May 1, 2025 |title=3D Printer Maintenance Checklist (Monthly, Weekly Tasks) |url=https://3dism.org/3d-printer-maintenance-checklist-monthly-weekly-tasks/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20260208143647/https://3dism.org/3d-printer-maintenance-checklist-monthly-weekly-tasks/ |archive-date=2026-02-08 |access-date=Mar 28, 2025 |website=[[3DISM]]}}</ref> This would effectively treat the end-user as a licensee than the owner of both the hardware and software they purchased. | ||
==='''Loss of functionality'''=== | ==='''Loss of functionality'''=== | ||
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|Washington State | |Washington State | ||
|Proposed legislation addressing 3D printing technology that may unintentionally restrict lawful consumer ownership, modification, or use of consumer 3D printers. | |Proposed legislation addressing 3D printing technology that may unintentionally restrict lawful consumer ownership, modification, or use of consumer 3D printers. | ||
|<ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-03-09 |title=HB 2321 - 2025-26 |url=https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2321&Year=2025 |url-status=live |access-date=2026-03-09 |website=Washington State Legislature}}</ref> | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-03-09 |title=HB 2321 - 2025-26 |url=https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2321&Year=2025 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20260310234307/https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2321&Year=2025 |archive-date=2026-03-10 |access-date=2026-03-09 |website=[[Washington State Legislature]]}}</ref> | ||
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|HB 2320 | |HB 2320 | ||
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|Washington State | |Washington State | ||
|Related proposed legislation addressing risks associated with 3D printing technology, which has raised concerns about potential impacts on lawful consumer use and operation of consumer 3D printers.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Edwards |first=Cam |date=2026-02-08 |title=Washington Dems Advance Bill That Could Ban 3D Printers Over Gun Fears |url=https://bearingarms.com/camedwards/2026/02/08/washington-dems-advance-bill-that-could-ban-3d-printers-over-gun-fears-n1231483 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/archive/xvTvu |archive-date=2026-03-09 |access-date=2026-03-09 |website=Bearing Arms}}</ref> | |Related proposed legislation addressing risks associated with 3D printing technology, which has raised concerns about potential impacts on lawful consumer use and operation of consumer 3D printers.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Edwards |first=Cam |date=2026-02-08 |title=Washington Dems Advance Bill That Could Ban 3D Printers Over Gun Fears |url=https://bearingarms.com/camedwards/2026/02/08/washington-dems-advance-bill-that-could-ban-3d-printers-over-gun-fears-n1231483 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/archive/xvTvu |archive-date=2026-03-09 |access-date=2026-03-09 |website=Bearing Arms}}</ref> | ||
|<ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-03-09 |title=HB 2320 - 2025-26 |url=https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?Year=2025&BillNumber=2320 |url-status=live |access-date=2026-03-09 |website=Washington State Legislature}}</ref> | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-03-09 |title=HB 2320 - 2025-26 |url=https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?Year=2025&BillNumber=2320 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20260317193526/https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?Year=2025&BillNumber=2320 |archive-date=2026-03-17 |access-date=2026-03-09 |website=[[Washington State Legislature]]}}</ref> | ||
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|Assembly Bill A2228 | |Assembly Bill A2228 | ||
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|New York State | |New York State | ||
|Proposed legislation addressing the regulation of 3D printed items, raising concerns that enforcement mechanisms could indirectly affect consumer access to, or use of, 3D printing equipment. | |Proposed legislation addressing the regulation of 3D printed items, raising concerns that enforcement mechanisms could indirectly affect consumer access to, or use of, 3D printing equipment. | ||
|<ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-03-09 |title=Assembly Bill A2228 |url=https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2228 |url-status=live |access-date=2026-03-09 |website=[[The New York State Senate]]}}</ref> | |<ref>{{Cite web |date=2026-03-09 |title=Assembly Bill A2228 |url=https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2228 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20251213142640/https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A2228 |archive-date=2025-12-13 |access-date=2026-03-09 |website=[[The New York State Senate]]}}</ref> | ||
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|Letter regarding 3D printer policies | |Letter regarding 3D printer policies | ||