Bill
HD 397
Overview: Bill Number: HD 397, Title: An Act relative to the right to repair for agricultural equipment, Status: proposed bill, Introduced: November 29, 2025Purpose and Intent: The
Overview: Bill Number: HD 397, Title: An Act relative to the right to repair for agricultural equipment, Status: proposed bill, Introduced: November 29, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The main purpose of this bill is to establish a "right to repair" framework for agricultural equipment sold in the state. The intent is to ensure that farmers and independent repair shops have access to the necessary information, tools, and parts to diagnose, maintain, and repair their agricultural machinery.
Key Provisions:
- Requires manufacturers of agricultural equipment to make available, for a reasonable cost, all documentation, parts, and tools needed to diagnose, maintain, and repair their equipment
- Prohibits manufacturers from voiding warranties or denying coverage due to the use of independent repair services
- Exempts certain proprietary information and software from the disclosure requirements
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Farmers and agricultural businesses will benefit from increased options and lower costs for repairing their equipment
- Independent repair shops will have greater access to the necessary information and parts to service agricultural machinery
- Equipment manufacturers may face increased competition from independent repair providers
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been introduced and is currently in the legislative process
- If passed, the right to repair requirements would take effect 12 months after the bill's effective date
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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