The proposed bill, known as the "Agricultural Equipment Repair Act," mandates that original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and authorized repair providers of agricultural equipment must make diagnostic, maintenance, and repair parts, tools, and documentation available to independent repair providers and equipment owners. This requirement will take effect on January 1, 2027, and aims to ensure that independent repair providers can access necessary resources at fair and reasonable costs and terms. The bill defines key terms such as "agricultural equipment," "authorized repair provider," and "independent repair provider," and outlines the obligations of OEMs regarding the availability of parts and documentation.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions that protect OEMs from disclosing trade secrets and limits their liability for improper repairs conducted by independent providers. It also establishes enforcement mechanisms, allowing the attorney general to take action against OEMs that violate the law, including the potential for civil fines. The bill clarifies that it does not apply to leased or rented agricultural equipment and does not authorize repairs that would compromise safety or emissions compliance. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance repair accessibility and promote competition in the agricultural equipment repair market.