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FL S0422

Bill

Status

Failed

5/5/2023

Primary Sponsor

Jennifer Bradley

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Origin

Senate

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires original equipment manufacturers of agricultural equipment (combines, tractors, implements, self-propelled equipment) sold in Florida to make diagnostic and repair documentation, technical updates, and embedded software corrections available to independent repair providers and equipment owners
  • Documentation must be provided at no charge or on the same terms as it is made available to the manufacturer's authorized repair providers
  • Manufacturers may not withhold security-related diagnostic, service, and repair documentation needed to reset security-related electronic functions from owners or independent repair providers
  • Protects trade secrets from mandatory disclosure and exempts motor vehicle manufacturers, their products, and motor vehicle dealers from the law's requirements
  • Imposes a civil penalty of up to $500 per violation, with an effective date of July 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Fair Repair of Agricultural Equipment

Last Action

Died in Commerce and Tourism

5/5/2023

Committee Referrals

Commerce And Tourism3/20/2023

Full Bill Text

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