Farm Freedom to Repair Act
Bill Summary
Allows farmers to repair their own farm equipment without needing permission from manufacturers, and requires manufacturers to provide diagnostic tools and information to farmers and independent repair shops. Requires manufacturers to make repair parts available to farmers and independent repair shops.
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Bill Journey
- Mar 5, 2026
- Mar 5, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects farmers and independent repair shops, allowing them to repair farm equipment more easily and at a lower cost. It also impacts farm equipment manufacturers, who would be required to provide repair information and parts to farmers and independent repair shops.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Republican1
Documents
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Bill Details
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Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.