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FL S0422
Bill
Status
Failed
5/5/2023
Primary Sponsor
Jennifer Bradley
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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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