Trade: business regulation; agricultural equipment repair act; create. Creates new act.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the "Agricultural Equipment Repair Act," requires manufacturers and authorized repair providers of agricultural equipment to make diagnostic parts, tools, and documentation available to independent repair providers and owners. It establishes standards for fair and reasonable costs and terms for these repairs, aiming to increase access to maintenance and repair services for agricultural equipment. The act also includes provisions for defining key terms and outlining potential remedies for violations.
Key provisions
- Defines key terms such as ‘agricultural equipment,’ ‘authorized repair provider,’ and ‘independent repair provider.’
- Establishes standards for ‘fair and reasonable costs’ and ‘fair and reasonable terms’ for parts, tools, and documentation.
- Requires manufacturers and authorized providers to make these items available to independent repair providers.
- Creates a process for addressing violations through legal action and potential civil fines.
- Specifies exceptions, such as excluding certain vehicles and prohibiting the disclosure of trade secrets.
- Addresses the availability of repair information through memoranda of understanding.
- Clarifies that leased or rented equipment is not subject to the act.
- Outlines liability protections for manufacturers and providers regarding faulty repairs.
Who is affected
- Agricultural equipment owners
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