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KS SB495
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Commerce
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AI Summary
- Requires motor vehicle manufacturers to provide all diagnostic repair tools, parts, software, and mechanical data to vehicle owners and independent repair facilities at comparable costs and terms offered to authorized dealers
- Establishes a 5-member Motor Vehicle Repairs Board under the Attorney General to manage secure data access, adopt standards, develop compliance policies, and investigate violations
- Mandates manufacturers equip vehicles with telematics systems to include a standardized, interoperable access platform for mechanical data by January 1, 2028, accessible via mobile application with owner authorization
- Applies to model year 2002 and newer vehicles, including commercial motor vehicles over 10,000 pounds gross weight; excludes farm tractors and implements of husbandry
- Imposes civil penalties of $3,000 per violation or $10,000 total (whichever is greater) for manufacturers who deny access, with each day of continued denial counting as a separate violation; effective January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Enacting the motor vehicle right to repair act.
Last Action
Senate Referred to Committee on Commerce
2/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Commerce2/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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