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FL S0806

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Agriculture

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires manufacturers of portable wireless devices (cell phones) to provide documentation, parts, and tools to device owners and independent repair providers on fair and reasonable terms equivalent to those offered to authorized repair providers
  • Requires agricultural equipment manufacturers to make diagnostic and repair information, including software updates, available to independent repair providers and equipment owners at no charge or on the same terms as authorized dealers
  • Defines "fair and reasonable terms" for wireless devices as costs equivalent to the most favorable terms offered to authorized providers, with documentation provided at no charge except for printing costs
  • Violations constitute deceptive and unfair trade practices under Florida law; agricultural equipment manufacturers face civil penalties of up to $500 per violation
  • Excludes FDA-approved medical devices, security/life-safety systems, motor vehicles, and does not require disclosure of trade secrets; applies to devices sold or in use on or after July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Consumers' Right to Repair Certain Equipment

Last Action

In Messages

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/28/2026
Agriculture1/14/2026

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