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WI AB31
Bill
Status
1/22/2026
Primary Sponsor
Paul Tittl
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AI Summary
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Creates a "lemon law" for farm equipment (implements of husbandry) with defects covered by express warranty that substantially impair use, value, or safety
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Requires manufacturers, lessors, or authorized dealers to repair nonconformities reported by consumers before warranty expiration or within one year of delivery, whichever is sooner
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Entitles consumers to a replacement implement or full refund if the same defect persists after at least 4 repair attempts, or if the equipment is out of service for 30 or more cumulative days
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Manufacturers must provide refunds within 30 days or replacement equipment within 45 days of consumer notification; refunds include purchase price, sales tax, finance charges, and collateral costs minus a reasonable use allowance
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Prohibits resale or lease of returned nonconforming equipment without disclosing the defect history to prospective buyers; manufacturers who fail to disclose must indemnify dealers for resulting costs
Legislative Description
Repair and replacement of implements of husbandry under warranty.
Last Action
Read first time and referred to committee on Transportation and Local Government
1/26/2026